{"id":551423,"date":"2026-04-12T23:13:28","date_gmt":"2026-04-12T23:13:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/551423\/"},"modified":"2026-04-12T23:13:28","modified_gmt":"2026-04-12T23:13:28","slug":"macklin-celebrini-wins-2025-26-sharks-player-of-the-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/551423\/","title":{"rendered":"Macklin Celebrini Wins 2025-26 Sharks Player of the Year"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"submission-link-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=San+Jose%2C+CA&amp;city=San+Jose&amp;type=Update+Existing+Story&amp;headline=Macklin+Celebrini+Wins+2025-26+Sharks+Player+of+the+Year&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Fca%2Fsan-jose%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F12%2Fmacklin-celebrini-wins-2025-26-sharks-player-of-the-year%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got story updates? Submit your updates here. \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/69dc1536e7b62.jpg\" alt=\"A fragmented, geometric painting in bold colors depicting the dynamic movements and energy of a hockey game, with the players' forms broken down into abstract shapes and lines.\" width=\"1344\" height=\"768\" class=\"news-image\"\/>Celebrini&#8217;s historic season with the Sharks is reflected in a cubist-inspired illustration that captures the raw energy and athleticism of his game.San Jose Today<\/p>\n<p>Macklin Celebrini, the 19-year-old center for the San Jose Sharks, has been named the 2025-26 Sharks Player of the Year after a remarkable season that saw him shatter team records and emerge as one of the NHL&#8217;s brightest young stars.<\/p>\n<p>        Why it matters<\/p>\n<p>Celebrini&#8217;s historic campaign, which included the second-most points in a single season by a Sharks skater, underscores his immense talent and potential. At just 19 years old, he has become a driving force behind the team&#8217;s success, showcasing his scoring prowess and ability to perform in high-pressure situations.<\/p>\n<p>                The details<\/p>\n<p>Celebrini amassed an impressive 108 points this season, just six shy of the Sharks&#8217; single-season record held by Joe Thornton. He also contributed to 46.0% of the team&#8217;s total goals, the highest mark in franchise history. When Celebrini tallies at least one point, the Sharks go 35-18-4, and when he posts a multi-point effort, their record improves to 24-3-1.<\/p>\n<p>        Celebrini, at just 19 years old, has become the youngest-ever Canadian skater to compete in games featuring NHL players.<\/p>\n<p>          The players<\/p>\n<p>          Macklin Celebrini<\/p>\n<p>A 19-year-old center for the San Jose Sharks who has emerged as one of the NHL&#8217;s brightest young stars.<\/p>\n<p>Joe Thornton<\/p>\n<p>A former Sharks player who holds the team&#8217;s single-season points record, which Celebrini nearly matched this season.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=San+Jose%2C+CA&amp;city=San+Jose&amp;type=Upload+Story+Photos&amp;headline=Macklin+Celebrini+Wins+2025-26+Sharks+Player+of+the+Year&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Fca%2Fsan-jose%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F12%2Fmacklin-celebrini-wins-2025-26-sharks-player-of-the-year%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got photos? Submit your photos here. \u203a<\/a>        <\/p>\n<p>          The takeaway<\/p>\n<p>As Celebrini continues to develop and improve, he is poised to become a cornerstone of the Sharks&#8217; future success, cementing his status as one of the NHL&#8217;s most promising young talents.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Got story updates? 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