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Macklin Celebrini: NHL's Rising Star
26 Jan 2026
Who is Macklin Celebrini and what are his achievements this season?
It's January 26th for the San Jose Sharks. Let's get into it. Follow and subscribe for more team news every day. Picture this. Two veteran goalies trading punches right in the San Jose Sharks defensive zone during a game against the Florida Panthers. while everyone's eyes were on Alex Nedeljkovic and Sergei Bobrovsky duking it out, look over at the Sharks bench.
There was 19-year-old Macklin Celebrini, grinning ear to ear amid his excited young teammates, sticks tapping the boards in pure joy. This kid is the heart of the Sharks' future, leading a team on the rise. Fast forward to this season, and Celebrini is shattering expectations. No sophomore slump for him.
He's racked up 74 points with 26 goals and 48 assists in just 50 games, leading the Sharks by 40 points over the next, closest players. That puts him fourth in the entire NHL, behind only past Hart Trophy winners like Connor McDavid and Nathan McKinnon. Oh, and he's been named to Canada's roster for the 2026 Winter Olympics. Everyone's talking about more than just the numbers.
Opposing coaches like Paul Maurice and John Cooper, both Stanley Cup winners, are blown away by his maturity. They praise his complete game, how he doesn't cheat for points, backchecks hard, and makes smart plays beyond his years. Even teammates say he handles media pressure like a vet, leading by example on and off the ice. His drive started young.
Back when he was 12, he'd wake his mom at 4.30 in the morning for 6.30 practices, rain or shine. His dad, now with the Golden State Warriors, calls it a storybook season, but Macklin's always been wired to work. He balances it with fun, goofing around with buddy Will Smith, sleepovers, ping pong wars, and TikTok antics that keep the young Sharks loose.
Meanwhile, the Sharks are exceeding expectations at 26 wins, 21 losses, and three overtime losses, fighting for a wildcard spot. Celebrini's two-way play and leadership have them buzzing. Coaches and scouts say if he keeps this up, he could be one of the all-time greats. Next up, he faces his hometown, Vancouver Canucks. The Daily News Now is powered by our sponsor.
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