The San Jose Sharks just handed Macklin Celebrini a historic contract projected to make him the highest-paid player in the NHL by 2027–28 — a jaw-dropping move for a teenager who’s already rewriting records before his pro career even begins. While some argue it’s a “discount” compared to stars like Erik Karlsson, others see it as a savvy team-friendly bet that balances superstar potential with roster flexibility. With rumored annual figures hovering around $16M over five years, the Sharks are betting big on Celebrini becoming their franchise cornerstone — and the world is watching to see if he can deliver. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/14c92a09bea10967

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