Penguins acquire Erik Karlsson from Sharks in 3-team trade
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The Pittsburgh Penguins acquired three-time Norris Trophy recipient Erik Karlsson from the San Jose Sharks on Sunday as part of a three-team trade with the Montreal Canadiens.
The Sharks will retain $1.5 million of the $11.5 million annual salary for Karlsson, the 2012, 2015 and current Norris Trophy winner. The award is presented annually to the NHL defenseman demonstrating