The 2025-26 NHL season is shaping up to be a memorable one for San Jose Sharks' rising star, Macklin Celebrini. With a goal in the first period against the Buffalo Sabres at the KeyBank Center, the 19-year-old phenom joined an elite group of NHL teenagers.
Celebrini notched his 90th point of the season, becoming only the third teenager in NHL history to hit that milestone in 62 games or fewer. This feat places him alongside legends like Sidney Crosby, who achieved it in 54 games during the 2006-07 season, and Wayne Gretzky, who did so in 56 games in the 1979-80 season.
Celebrini's goal, assisted by Will Smith, also marked his 33rd of the season. As the first-overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft, he's already surpassed his rookie totals of 25 goals and 38 assists for 63 points in 70 games. His rapid development is turning heads across the league and striking fear into the hearts of Sharks' opponents.
For San Jose fans, Celebrini is already a superstar. His contributions have been pivotal in the Sharks' quest to end their playoff drought, which dates back to 2019. As of Tuesday, the Sharks stood fifth in the Pacific Division with 66 points, just a point shy of the Seattle Kraken for the final wild-card spot in the Western Conference.
That's ‼️90‼️ points on the year for Mack. #TheFutureIsTeal pic.twitter.com/AgSb416RTC
— San Jose Sharks (@SanJoseSharks) March 10, 2026
Celebrini's rise is a testament to his talent and work ethic, and his performances are a beacon of hope for a franchise eager to return to postseason glory.