Celebrini's Tablet Tactics: NHL's MVP Hopeful

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The latest scores, headlines, and storylines, right here on San Jose Sharks News Today. Subscribe and stay game ready. Macklin Celebrini has turned the San Jose Sharks into one of the NHL's most exciting teams to watch. The 19-year-old superstar often pulls out a tablet on the bench during games. Fans wondered what he was watching, but Celebrini recently explained, it's game footage.

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He reviews plays right after shifts to figure out his mistakes and understand why things worked or didn't. Even as a sophomore in the league, Celebrini rarely makes mistakes. He's tied for third in NHL scoring with 74 points this season.

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That's 40 more points than his closest Sharks teammate. His play has the team pushing for the playoffs, their first since 2019. Celebrini's drive sets him apart and makes him a real contender for the Hart Trophy, given to the league's most valuable player. Fans and analysts love his attention to detail, especially at such a young age. He credits his parents for that work ethic.

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They taught him not to get too high on praise or too low on criticism.

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After a bad game, people might call him out, but after a great one, they build him up. Staying even-keeled keeps him focused on improving. Recently, Celebrini became the fastest shark ever to hit 50 career goals. He scored twice in the first period against the New York Rangers in a 3-1 win.

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As the playoffs near, expect him glued to that tablet, always hunting for an edge. This episode is supported by our sponsor. Don't sleep alone, sleep with Sully. Sully Pillow.