Blackhawks Acquire Defenseman Sharrow from Canucks

The Chicago Blackhawks announced on Tuesday that they have acquired minor league defenseman James Sharrow from the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for a conditional draft pick in the 2009 Entry Draft. Sharrow has yet to play in an NHL game. He was originally drafted in the 4th round, 110th overall in 2003 by the Atlanta Thrashers. The Canucks acquired Sharrow in June 2007 from the Thrashers for Jesse Schultz. Sharrow likely won't see any time with the Blackhawks this season, but could definitely make the team in the next couple of seasons if he is retained for that long. Sharrow has the potential to become a decent offensive defenseman, so this trade could end up being a steal for the Blackhawks.