LAS VEGAS — Macklin Celebrini was a lock to be San Jose’s No. 1 total decide within the NHL Entry Draft on Friday. However after months of Celebrini anticipating the second, really listening to his identify known as was a reduction.
“As soon as it is [actually] official, it is a fairly wonderful feeling,” Celebrini stated. “It has been a dream of mine ever since I used to be a little bit child. I am simply so excited to hitch the group.”
The 18-year-old heart projected to be the draft’s No. 1 choice following a celebrated freshman season at Boston College. Celebrini turned, at simply 17 years outdated, the youngest winner of a Hobey Baker Award because the NCAA’s prime skater. He produced 32 objectives and 64 factors in 38 video games for the Terriers.
Celebrini — clocking in at 6-foot and simply shy of 200 kilos — was second total in school scoring, failing to notch not less than one level in solely six video games.
Simply 4 different freshman — Paul Kariya, Jack Eichel and Adam Fantilli — had ever gained a Hobey Baker Award. That very same season Celebrini was the Hockey East Participant of the Yr, Rookie of the Yr and scoring champion.
That resume put him atop draft boards and firmly on San Jose’s radar after they gained the NHL’s draft lottery in Could.
“It has been an extended course of ever since final summer time,” stated Celebrini of navigating life as a possible prime decide. “And there is been rather a lot occurring. However I’ve loved it. I’ve actually loved spending time with my family and friends going via this with them. It was a once-in-a-lifetime alternative.”
Celebrini is a quintessential two-way skater, with glorious velocity and a deadly shot that is made him a dominant menace at each degree of his profession to this point. A capability to dial in defensively and battle for pucks has set Celebrini aside and made him a coveted addition who is able to be part of NHL ranks instantly.
Previous to becoming a member of the school ranks, Celebrini spent the 2022-23 season with the USHL’s Chicago Metal, the place he led the Metal to an Jap Convention Finals berth with 46 objectives and 86 factors in 50 video games.
San Jose would have been exhausting pressed to discover a extra full skater to take with the franchise first-ever No. 1 choice.
In an sudden draft-day twist, the Sharks even had former heart Joe Thornton making their Celebrini alternative on stage on the Sphere. It was one other reminiscence for Celebrini so as to add to his already-overflowing scrapbook from the week.
“Oh, it was wonderful,” Celebrini stated of Thornton being there. “He is a legend of the sport and a Sharks legend. He is simply a tremendous participant and individual. It was fairly particular to have him up there.”
It was virtually like Thornton — who performed for San Jose from 2005-2020 and retired following the 2021-22 season — was passing the torch to Celebrini as he initiatives to be on the forefront of San Jose’s ongoing rebuild. The Sharks had a brutal season in 2023-24, ending final total with a 19-54-9 report that led to teach David Quinn being fired (and subsequently changed by Ryan Warsofsky).
Main scorer Tomas Hertl was traded to Las Vegas final March, as clear a sign as any of how deep into the rebuilding section San Jose really is.
Celebrini can be a big a part of that course of — and provides followers one thing to root for because it rolls alongside. He declined to say if there is a timeline on deciding between a sophomore season at BU or becoming a member of the Sharks instantly this season. However suffice it to say, Celebrini is wanting ahead to being a part of San Jose’s future.
“It is an thrilling alternative since you get to construct a bunch,” stated Celebrini. “They’ve a younger core that is very particular. And I really feel like they’re transferring in the fitting route and so they’re constructing the fitting approach. I am tremendous excited to hitch the group. I can not wait to see the place we go.”
The most recent Shark already has ties to the Bay space — and San Jose’s group — one thing that ought to make for a seamless transition. His father, Rick, moved their household to California in 2018 when he turned the Golden State Warriors vice chairman of well being and efficiency. That allowed Celebrini to play a season with the junior Sharks program, and his household nonetheless has a house close by to the place the Sharks are located.
In a approach, all of it felt meant to be, and Celebrini is making ready now for the thrilling subsequent chapter of his profession.
“Ever since I used to be a child, watching (the Vancouver Canucks) on TV, (this) has simply been my dream,” he stated. “And considering it’ll be actuality (once I was) watching my favourite gamers play each night time, dreaming and hoping that someday (it might be me).”
At No. 2 total, the Chicago Blackhawks chosen Artyom Levshunov, 18, a defenseman who performed for the Michigan State Spartans final season. Blackhawks star Connor Bedard, who was chosen because the league’s prime rookie, successful the Calder Memorial Trophy Thursday, made the choice for the franchise.
At No. 3, the Anaheim Geese chosen Beckett Sennecke, 18, a proper wing who performed within the Ontario Hockey League final season.
The Sharks additionally chosen at No. 11 within the first spherical, drafting defenseman Sam Dickinson, who performed within the Ontario Hockey League final season, scoring 18 objectives.
LAS VEGAS — Macklin Celebrini was a lock to be San Jose’s No. 1 total decide within the NHL Entry Draft on Friday. However after months of Celebrini anticipating the second, really listening to his identify known as was a reduction.
“As soon as it is [actually] official, it is a fairly wonderful feeling,” Celebrini stated. “It has been a dream of mine ever since I used to be a little bit child. I am simply so excited to hitch the group.”
The 18-year-old heart projected to be the draft’s No. 1 choice following a celebrated freshman season at Boston College. Celebrini turned, at simply 17 years outdated, the youngest winner of a Hobey Baker Award because the NCAA’s prime skater. He produced 32 objectives and 64 factors in 38 video games for the Terriers.
Celebrini — clocking in at 6-foot and simply shy of 200 kilos — was second total in school scoring, failing to notch not less than one level in solely six video games.
Simply 4 different freshman — Paul Kariya, Jack Eichel and Adam Fantilli — had ever gained a Hobey Baker Award. That very same season Celebrini was the Hockey East Participant of the Yr, Rookie of the Yr and scoring champion.
That resume put him atop draft boards and firmly on San Jose’s radar after they gained the NHL’s draft lottery in Could.
“It has been an extended course of ever since final summer time,” stated Celebrini of navigating life as a possible prime decide. “And there is been rather a lot occurring. However I’ve loved it. I’ve actually loved spending time with my family and friends going via this with them. It was a once-in-a-lifetime alternative.”
Celebrini is a quintessential two-way skater, with glorious velocity and a deadly shot that is made him a dominant menace at each degree of his profession to this point. A capability to dial in defensively and battle for pucks has set Celebrini aside and made him a coveted addition who is able to be part of NHL ranks instantly.
Previous to becoming a member of the school ranks, Celebrini spent the 2022-23 season with the USHL’s Chicago Metal, the place he led the Metal to an Jap Convention Finals berth with 46 objectives and 86 factors in 50 video games.
San Jose would have been exhausting pressed to discover a extra full skater to take with the franchise first-ever No. 1 choice.
In an sudden draft-day twist, the Sharks even had former heart Joe Thornton making their Celebrini alternative on stage on the Sphere. It was one other reminiscence for Celebrini so as to add to his already-overflowing scrapbook from the week.
“Oh, it was wonderful,” Celebrini stated of Thornton being there. “He is a legend of the sport and a Sharks legend. He is simply a tremendous participant and individual. It was fairly particular to have him up there.”
It was virtually like Thornton — who performed for San Jose from 2005-2020 and retired following the 2021-22 season — was passing the torch to Celebrini as he initiatives to be on the forefront of San Jose’s ongoing rebuild. The Sharks had a brutal season in 2023-24, ending final total with a 19-54-9 report that led to teach David Quinn being fired (and subsequently changed by Ryan Warsofsky).
Main scorer Tomas Hertl was traded to Las Vegas final March, as clear a sign as any of how deep into the rebuilding section San Jose really is.
Celebrini can be a big a part of that course of — and provides followers one thing to root for because it rolls alongside. He declined to say if there is a timeline on deciding between a sophomore season at BU or becoming a member of the Sharks instantly this season. However suffice it to say, Celebrini is wanting ahead to being a part of San Jose’s future.
“It is an thrilling alternative since you get to construct a bunch,” stated Celebrini. “They’ve a younger core that is very particular. And I really feel like they’re transferring in the fitting route and so they’re constructing the fitting approach. I am tremendous excited to hitch the group. I can not wait to see the place we go.”
The most recent Shark already has ties to the Bay space — and San Jose’s group — one thing that ought to make for a seamless transition. His father, Rick, moved their household to California in 2018 when he turned the Golden State Warriors vice chairman of well being and efficiency. That allowed Celebrini to play a season with the junior Sharks program, and his household nonetheless has a house close by to the place the Sharks are located.
In a approach, all of it felt meant to be, and Celebrini is making ready now for the thrilling subsequent chapter of his profession.
“Ever since I used to be a child, watching (the Vancouver Canucks) on TV, (this) has simply been my dream,” he stated. “And considering it’ll be actuality (once I was) watching my favourite gamers play each night time, dreaming and hoping that someday (it might be me).”
At No. 2 total, the Chicago Blackhawks chosen Artyom Levshunov, 18, a defenseman who performed for the Michigan State Spartans final season. Blackhawks star Connor Bedard, who was chosen because the league’s prime rookie, successful the Calder Memorial Trophy Thursday, made the choice for the franchise.
At No. 3, the Anaheim Geese chosen Beckett Sennecke, 18, a proper wing who performed within the Ontario Hockey League final season.
The Sharks additionally chosen at No. 11 within the first spherical, drafting defenseman Sam Dickinson, who performed within the Ontario Hockey League final season, scoring 18 objectives.
LAS VEGAS — Macklin Celebrini was a lock to be San Jose’s No. 1 total decide within the NHL Entry Draft on Friday. However after months of Celebrini anticipating the second, really listening to his identify known as was a reduction.
“As soon as it is [actually] official, it is a fairly wonderful feeling,” Celebrini stated. “It has been a dream of mine ever since I used to be a little bit child. I am simply so excited to hitch the group.”
The 18-year-old heart projected to be the draft’s No. 1 choice following a celebrated freshman season at Boston College. Celebrini turned, at simply 17 years outdated, the youngest winner of a Hobey Baker Award because the NCAA’s prime skater. He produced 32 objectives and 64 factors in 38 video games for the Terriers.
Celebrini — clocking in at 6-foot and simply shy of 200 kilos — was second total in school scoring, failing to notch not less than one level in solely six video games.
Simply 4 different freshman — Paul Kariya, Jack Eichel and Adam Fantilli — had ever gained a Hobey Baker Award. That very same season Celebrini was the Hockey East Participant of the Yr, Rookie of the Yr and scoring champion.
That resume put him atop draft boards and firmly on San Jose’s radar after they gained the NHL’s draft lottery in Could.
“It has been an extended course of ever since final summer time,” stated Celebrini of navigating life as a possible prime decide. “And there is been rather a lot occurring. However I’ve loved it. I’ve actually loved spending time with my family and friends going via this with them. It was a once-in-a-lifetime alternative.”
Celebrini is a quintessential two-way skater, with glorious velocity and a deadly shot that is made him a dominant menace at each degree of his profession to this point. A capability to dial in defensively and battle for pucks has set Celebrini aside and made him a coveted addition who is able to be part of NHL ranks instantly.
Previous to becoming a member of the school ranks, Celebrini spent the 2022-23 season with the USHL’s Chicago Metal, the place he led the Metal to an Jap Convention Finals berth with 46 objectives and 86 factors in 50 video games.
San Jose would have been exhausting pressed to discover a extra full skater to take with the franchise first-ever No. 1 choice.
In an sudden draft-day twist, the Sharks even had former heart Joe Thornton making their Celebrini alternative on stage on the Sphere. It was one other reminiscence for Celebrini so as to add to his already-overflowing scrapbook from the week.
“Oh, it was wonderful,” Celebrini stated of Thornton being there. “He is a legend of the sport and a Sharks legend. He is simply a tremendous participant and individual. It was fairly particular to have him up there.”
It was virtually like Thornton — who performed for San Jose from 2005-2020 and retired following the 2021-22 season — was passing the torch to Celebrini as he initiatives to be on the forefront of San Jose’s ongoing rebuild. The Sharks had a brutal season in 2023-24, ending final total with a 19-54-9 report that led to teach David Quinn being fired (and subsequently changed by Ryan Warsofsky).
Main scorer Tomas Hertl was traded to Las Vegas final March, as clear a sign as any of how deep into the rebuilding section San Jose really is.
Celebrini can be a big a part of that course of — and provides followers one thing to root for because it rolls alongside. He declined to say if there is a timeline on deciding between a sophomore season at BU or becoming a member of the Sharks instantly this season. However suffice it to say, Celebrini is wanting ahead to being a part of San Jose’s future.
“It is an thrilling alternative since you get to construct a bunch,” stated Celebrini. “They’ve a younger core that is very particular. And I really feel like they’re transferring in the fitting route and so they’re constructing the fitting approach. I am tremendous excited to hitch the group. I can not wait to see the place we go.”
The most recent Shark already has ties to the Bay space — and San Jose’s group — one thing that ought to make for a seamless transition. His father, Rick, moved their household to California in 2018 when he turned the Golden State Warriors vice chairman of well being and efficiency. That allowed Celebrini to play a season with the junior Sharks program, and his household nonetheless has a house close by to the place the Sharks are located.
In a approach, all of it felt meant to be, and Celebrini is making ready now for the thrilling subsequent chapter of his profession.
“Ever since I used to be a child, watching (the Vancouver Canucks) on TV, (this) has simply been my dream,” he stated. “And considering it’ll be actuality (once I was) watching my favourite gamers play each night time, dreaming and hoping that someday (it might be me).”
At No. 2 total, the Chicago Blackhawks chosen Artyom Levshunov, 18, a defenseman who performed for the Michigan State Spartans final season. Blackhawks star Connor Bedard, who was chosen because the league’s prime rookie, successful the Calder Memorial Trophy Thursday, made the choice for the franchise.
At No. 3, the Anaheim Geese chosen Beckett Sennecke, 18, a proper wing who performed within the Ontario Hockey League final season.
The Sharks additionally chosen at No. 11 within the first spherical, drafting defenseman Sam Dickinson, who performed within the Ontario Hockey League final season, scoring 18 objectives.
LAS VEGAS — Macklin Celebrini was a lock to be San Jose’s No. 1 total decide within the NHL Entry Draft on Friday. However after months of Celebrini anticipating the second, really listening to his identify known as was a reduction.
“As soon as it is [actually] official, it is a fairly wonderful feeling,” Celebrini stated. “It has been a dream of mine ever since I used to be a little bit child. I am simply so excited to hitch the group.”
The 18-year-old heart projected to be the draft’s No. 1 choice following a celebrated freshman season at Boston College. Celebrini turned, at simply 17 years outdated, the youngest winner of a Hobey Baker Award because the NCAA’s prime skater. He produced 32 objectives and 64 factors in 38 video games for the Terriers.
Celebrini — clocking in at 6-foot and simply shy of 200 kilos — was second total in school scoring, failing to notch not less than one level in solely six video games.
Simply 4 different freshman — Paul Kariya, Jack Eichel and Adam Fantilli — had ever gained a Hobey Baker Award. That very same season Celebrini was the Hockey East Participant of the Yr, Rookie of the Yr and scoring champion.
That resume put him atop draft boards and firmly on San Jose’s radar after they gained the NHL’s draft lottery in Could.
“It has been an extended course of ever since final summer time,” stated Celebrini of navigating life as a possible prime decide. “And there is been rather a lot occurring. However I’ve loved it. I’ve actually loved spending time with my family and friends going via this with them. It was a once-in-a-lifetime alternative.”
Celebrini is a quintessential two-way skater, with glorious velocity and a deadly shot that is made him a dominant menace at each degree of his profession to this point. A capability to dial in defensively and battle for pucks has set Celebrini aside and made him a coveted addition who is able to be part of NHL ranks instantly.
Previous to becoming a member of the school ranks, Celebrini spent the 2022-23 season with the USHL’s Chicago Metal, the place he led the Metal to an Jap Convention Finals berth with 46 objectives and 86 factors in 50 video games.
San Jose would have been exhausting pressed to discover a extra full skater to take with the franchise first-ever No. 1 choice.
In an sudden draft-day twist, the Sharks even had former heart Joe Thornton making their Celebrini alternative on stage on the Sphere. It was one other reminiscence for Celebrini so as to add to his already-overflowing scrapbook from the week.
“Oh, it was wonderful,” Celebrini stated of Thornton being there. “He is a legend of the sport and a Sharks legend. He is simply a tremendous participant and individual. It was fairly particular to have him up there.”
It was virtually like Thornton — who performed for San Jose from 2005-2020 and retired following the 2021-22 season — was passing the torch to Celebrini as he initiatives to be on the forefront of San Jose’s ongoing rebuild. The Sharks had a brutal season in 2023-24, ending final total with a 19-54-9 report that led to teach David Quinn being fired (and subsequently changed by Ryan Warsofsky).
Main scorer Tomas Hertl was traded to Las Vegas final March, as clear a sign as any of how deep into the rebuilding section San Jose really is.
Celebrini can be a big a part of that course of — and provides followers one thing to root for because it rolls alongside. He declined to say if there is a timeline on deciding between a sophomore season at BU or becoming a member of the Sharks instantly this season. However suffice it to say, Celebrini is wanting ahead to being a part of San Jose’s future.
“It is an thrilling alternative since you get to construct a bunch,” stated Celebrini. “They’ve a younger core that is very particular. And I really feel like they’re transferring in the fitting route and so they’re constructing the fitting approach. I am tremendous excited to hitch the group. I can not wait to see the place we go.”
The most recent Shark already has ties to the Bay space — and San Jose’s group — one thing that ought to make for a seamless transition. His father, Rick, moved their household to California in 2018 when he turned the Golden State Warriors vice chairman of well being and efficiency. That allowed Celebrini to play a season with the junior Sharks program, and his household nonetheless has a house close by to the place the Sharks are located.
In a approach, all of it felt meant to be, and Celebrini is making ready now for the thrilling subsequent chapter of his profession.
“Ever since I used to be a child, watching (the Vancouver Canucks) on TV, (this) has simply been my dream,” he stated. “And considering it’ll be actuality (once I was) watching my favourite gamers play each night time, dreaming and hoping that someday (it might be me).”
At No. 2 total, the Chicago Blackhawks chosen Artyom Levshunov, 18, a defenseman who performed for the Michigan State Spartans final season. Blackhawks star Connor Bedard, who was chosen because the league’s prime rookie, successful the Calder Memorial Trophy Thursday, made the choice for the franchise.
At No. 3, the Anaheim Geese chosen Beckett Sennecke, 18, a proper wing who performed within the Ontario Hockey League final season.
The Sharks additionally chosen at No. 11 within the first spherical, drafting defenseman Sam Dickinson, who performed within the Ontario Hockey League final season, scoring 18 objectives.
LAS VEGAS — Macklin Celebrini was a lock to be San Jose’s No. 1 total decide within the NHL Entry Draft on Friday. However after months of Celebrini anticipating the second, really listening to his identify known as was a reduction.
“As soon as it is [actually] official, it is a fairly wonderful feeling,” Celebrini stated. “It has been a dream of mine ever since I used to be a little bit child. I am simply so excited to hitch the group.”
The 18-year-old heart projected to be the draft’s No. 1 choice following a celebrated freshman season at Boston College. Celebrini turned, at simply 17 years outdated, the youngest winner of a Hobey Baker Award because the NCAA’s prime skater. He produced 32 objectives and 64 factors in 38 video games for the Terriers.
Celebrini — clocking in at 6-foot and simply shy of 200 kilos — was second total in school scoring, failing to notch not less than one level in solely six video games.
Simply 4 different freshman — Paul Kariya, Jack Eichel and Adam Fantilli — had ever gained a Hobey Baker Award. That very same season Celebrini was the Hockey East Participant of the Yr, Rookie of the Yr and scoring champion.
That resume put him atop draft boards and firmly on San Jose’s radar after they gained the NHL’s draft lottery in Could.
“It has been an extended course of ever since final summer time,” stated Celebrini of navigating life as a possible prime decide. “And there is been rather a lot occurring. However I’ve loved it. I’ve actually loved spending time with my family and friends going via this with them. It was a once-in-a-lifetime alternative.”
Celebrini is a quintessential two-way skater, with glorious velocity and a deadly shot that is made him a dominant menace at each degree of his profession to this point. A capability to dial in defensively and battle for pucks has set Celebrini aside and made him a coveted addition who is able to be part of NHL ranks instantly.
Previous to becoming a member of the school ranks, Celebrini spent the 2022-23 season with the USHL’s Chicago Metal, the place he led the Metal to an Jap Convention Finals berth with 46 objectives and 86 factors in 50 video games.
San Jose would have been exhausting pressed to discover a extra full skater to take with the franchise first-ever No. 1 choice.
In an sudden draft-day twist, the Sharks even had former heart Joe Thornton making their Celebrini alternative on stage on the Sphere. It was one other reminiscence for Celebrini so as to add to his already-overflowing scrapbook from the week.
“Oh, it was wonderful,” Celebrini stated of Thornton being there. “He is a legend of the sport and a Sharks legend. He is simply a tremendous participant and individual. It was fairly particular to have him up there.”
It was virtually like Thornton — who performed for San Jose from 2005-2020 and retired following the 2021-22 season — was passing the torch to Celebrini as he initiatives to be on the forefront of San Jose’s ongoing rebuild. The Sharks had a brutal season in 2023-24, ending final total with a 19-54-9 report that led to teach David Quinn being fired (and subsequently changed by Ryan Warsofsky).
Main scorer Tomas Hertl was traded to Las Vegas final March, as clear a sign as any of how deep into the rebuilding section San Jose really is.
Celebrini can be a big a part of that course of — and provides followers one thing to root for because it rolls alongside. He declined to say if there is a timeline on deciding between a sophomore season at BU or becoming a member of the Sharks instantly this season. However suffice it to say, Celebrini is wanting ahead to being a part of San Jose’s future.
“It is an thrilling alternative since you get to construct a bunch,” stated Celebrini. “They’ve a younger core that is very particular. And I really feel like they’re transferring in the fitting route and so they’re constructing the fitting approach. I am tremendous excited to hitch the group. I can not wait to see the place we go.”
The most recent Shark already has ties to the Bay space — and San Jose’s group — one thing that ought to make for a seamless transition. His father, Rick, moved their household to California in 2018 when he turned the Golden State Warriors vice chairman of well being and efficiency. That allowed Celebrini to play a season with the junior Sharks program, and his household nonetheless has a house close by to the place the Sharks are located.
In a approach, all of it felt meant to be, and Celebrini is making ready now for the thrilling subsequent chapter of his profession.
“Ever since I used to be a child, watching (the Vancouver Canucks) on TV, (this) has simply been my dream,” he stated. “And considering it’ll be actuality (once I was) watching my favourite gamers play each night time, dreaming and hoping that someday (it might be me).”
At No. 2 total, the Chicago Blackhawks chosen Artyom Levshunov, 18, a defenseman who performed for the Michigan State Spartans final season. Blackhawks star Connor Bedard, who was chosen because the league’s prime rookie, successful the Calder Memorial Trophy Thursday, made the choice for the franchise.
At No. 3, the Anaheim Geese chosen Beckett Sennecke, 18, a proper wing who performed within the Ontario Hockey League final season.
The Sharks additionally chosen at No. 11 within the first spherical, drafting defenseman Sam Dickinson, who performed within the Ontario Hockey League final season, scoring 18 objectives.
LAS VEGAS — Macklin Celebrini was a lock to be San Jose’s No. 1 total decide within the NHL Entry Draft on Friday. However after months of Celebrini anticipating the second, really listening to his identify known as was a reduction.
“As soon as it is [actually] official, it is a fairly wonderful feeling,” Celebrini stated. “It has been a dream of mine ever since I used to be a little bit child. I am simply so excited to hitch the group.”
The 18-year-old heart projected to be the draft’s No. 1 choice following a celebrated freshman season at Boston College. Celebrini turned, at simply 17 years outdated, the youngest winner of a Hobey Baker Award because the NCAA’s prime skater. He produced 32 objectives and 64 factors in 38 video games for the Terriers.
Celebrini — clocking in at 6-foot and simply shy of 200 kilos — was second total in school scoring, failing to notch not less than one level in solely six video games.
Simply 4 different freshman — Paul Kariya, Jack Eichel and Adam Fantilli — had ever gained a Hobey Baker Award. That very same season Celebrini was the Hockey East Participant of the Yr, Rookie of the Yr and scoring champion.
That resume put him atop draft boards and firmly on San Jose’s radar after they gained the NHL’s draft lottery in Could.
“It has been an extended course of ever since final summer time,” stated Celebrini of navigating life as a possible prime decide. “And there is been rather a lot occurring. However I’ve loved it. I’ve actually loved spending time with my family and friends going via this with them. It was a once-in-a-lifetime alternative.”
Celebrini is a quintessential two-way skater, with glorious velocity and a deadly shot that is made him a dominant menace at each degree of his profession to this point. A capability to dial in defensively and battle for pucks has set Celebrini aside and made him a coveted addition who is able to be part of NHL ranks instantly.
Previous to becoming a member of the school ranks, Celebrini spent the 2022-23 season with the USHL’s Chicago Metal, the place he led the Metal to an Jap Convention Finals berth with 46 objectives and 86 factors in 50 video games.
San Jose would have been exhausting pressed to discover a extra full skater to take with the franchise first-ever No. 1 choice.
In an sudden draft-day twist, the Sharks even had former heart Joe Thornton making their Celebrini alternative on stage on the Sphere. It was one other reminiscence for Celebrini so as to add to his already-overflowing scrapbook from the week.
“Oh, it was wonderful,” Celebrini stated of Thornton being there. “He is a legend of the sport and a Sharks legend. He is simply a tremendous participant and individual. It was fairly particular to have him up there.”
It was virtually like Thornton — who performed for San Jose from 2005-2020 and retired following the 2021-22 season — was passing the torch to Celebrini as he initiatives to be on the forefront of San Jose’s ongoing rebuild. The Sharks had a brutal season in 2023-24, ending final total with a 19-54-9 report that led to teach David Quinn being fired (and subsequently changed by Ryan Warsofsky).
Main scorer Tomas Hertl was traded to Las Vegas final March, as clear a sign as any of how deep into the rebuilding section San Jose really is.
Celebrini can be a big a part of that course of — and provides followers one thing to root for because it rolls alongside. He declined to say if there is a timeline on deciding between a sophomore season at BU or becoming a member of the Sharks instantly this season. However suffice it to say, Celebrini is wanting ahead to being a part of San Jose’s future.
“It is an thrilling alternative since you get to construct a bunch,” stated Celebrini. “They’ve a younger core that is very particular. And I really feel like they’re transferring in the fitting route and so they’re constructing the fitting approach. I am tremendous excited to hitch the group. I can not wait to see the place we go.”
The most recent Shark already has ties to the Bay space — and San Jose’s group — one thing that ought to make for a seamless transition. His father, Rick, moved their household to California in 2018 when he turned the Golden State Warriors vice chairman of well being and efficiency. That allowed Celebrini to play a season with the junior Sharks program, and his household nonetheless has a house close by to the place the Sharks are located.
In a approach, all of it felt meant to be, and Celebrini is making ready now for the thrilling subsequent chapter of his profession.
“Ever since I used to be a child, watching (the Vancouver Canucks) on TV, (this) has simply been my dream,” he stated. “And considering it’ll be actuality (once I was) watching my favourite gamers play each night time, dreaming and hoping that someday (it might be me).”
At No. 2 total, the Chicago Blackhawks chosen Artyom Levshunov, 18, a defenseman who performed for the Michigan State Spartans final season. Blackhawks star Connor Bedard, who was chosen because the league’s prime rookie, successful the Calder Memorial Trophy Thursday, made the choice for the franchise.
At No. 3, the Anaheim Geese chosen Beckett Sennecke, 18, a proper wing who performed within the Ontario Hockey League final season.
The Sharks additionally chosen at No. 11 within the first spherical, drafting defenseman Sam Dickinson, who performed within the Ontario Hockey League final season, scoring 18 objectives.
LAS VEGAS — Macklin Celebrini was a lock to be San Jose’s No. 1 total decide within the NHL Entry Draft on Friday. However after months of Celebrini anticipating the second, really listening to his identify known as was a reduction.
“As soon as it is [actually] official, it is a fairly wonderful feeling,” Celebrini stated. “It has been a dream of mine ever since I used to be a little bit child. I am simply so excited to hitch the group.”
The 18-year-old heart projected to be the draft’s No. 1 choice following a celebrated freshman season at Boston College. Celebrini turned, at simply 17 years outdated, the youngest winner of a Hobey Baker Award because the NCAA’s prime skater. He produced 32 objectives and 64 factors in 38 video games for the Terriers.
Celebrini — clocking in at 6-foot and simply shy of 200 kilos — was second total in school scoring, failing to notch not less than one level in solely six video games.
Simply 4 different freshman — Paul Kariya, Jack Eichel and Adam Fantilli — had ever gained a Hobey Baker Award. That very same season Celebrini was the Hockey East Participant of the Yr, Rookie of the Yr and scoring champion.
That resume put him atop draft boards and firmly on San Jose’s radar after they gained the NHL’s draft lottery in Could.
“It has been an extended course of ever since final summer time,” stated Celebrini of navigating life as a possible prime decide. “And there is been rather a lot occurring. However I’ve loved it. I’ve actually loved spending time with my family and friends going via this with them. It was a once-in-a-lifetime alternative.”
Celebrini is a quintessential two-way skater, with glorious velocity and a deadly shot that is made him a dominant menace at each degree of his profession to this point. A capability to dial in defensively and battle for pucks has set Celebrini aside and made him a coveted addition who is able to be part of NHL ranks instantly.
Previous to becoming a member of the school ranks, Celebrini spent the 2022-23 season with the USHL’s Chicago Metal, the place he led the Metal to an Jap Convention Finals berth with 46 objectives and 86 factors in 50 video games.
San Jose would have been exhausting pressed to discover a extra full skater to take with the franchise first-ever No. 1 choice.
In an sudden draft-day twist, the Sharks even had former heart Joe Thornton making their Celebrini alternative on stage on the Sphere. It was one other reminiscence for Celebrini so as to add to his already-overflowing scrapbook from the week.
“Oh, it was wonderful,” Celebrini stated of Thornton being there. “He is a legend of the sport and a Sharks legend. He is simply a tremendous participant and individual. It was fairly particular to have him up there.”
It was virtually like Thornton — who performed for San Jose from 2005-2020 and retired following the 2021-22 season — was passing the torch to Celebrini as he initiatives to be on the forefront of San Jose’s ongoing rebuild. The Sharks had a brutal season in 2023-24, ending final total with a 19-54-9 report that led to teach David Quinn being fired (and subsequently changed by Ryan Warsofsky).
Main scorer Tomas Hertl was traded to Las Vegas final March, as clear a sign as any of how deep into the rebuilding section San Jose really is.
Celebrini can be a big a part of that course of — and provides followers one thing to root for because it rolls alongside. He declined to say if there is a timeline on deciding between a sophomore season at BU or becoming a member of the Sharks instantly this season. However suffice it to say, Celebrini is wanting ahead to being a part of San Jose’s future.
“It is an thrilling alternative since you get to construct a bunch,” stated Celebrini. “They’ve a younger core that is very particular. And I really feel like they’re transferring in the fitting route and so they’re constructing the fitting approach. I am tremendous excited to hitch the group. I can not wait to see the place we go.”
The most recent Shark already has ties to the Bay space — and San Jose’s group — one thing that ought to make for a seamless transition. His father, Rick, moved their household to California in 2018 when he turned the Golden State Warriors vice chairman of well being and efficiency. That allowed Celebrini to play a season with the junior Sharks program, and his household nonetheless has a house close by to the place the Sharks are located.
In a approach, all of it felt meant to be, and Celebrini is making ready now for the thrilling subsequent chapter of his profession.
“Ever since I used to be a child, watching (the Vancouver Canucks) on TV, (this) has simply been my dream,” he stated. “And considering it’ll be actuality (once I was) watching my favourite gamers play each night time, dreaming and hoping that someday (it might be me).”
At No. 2 total, the Chicago Blackhawks chosen Artyom Levshunov, 18, a defenseman who performed for the Michigan State Spartans final season. Blackhawks star Connor Bedard, who was chosen because the league’s prime rookie, successful the Calder Memorial Trophy Thursday, made the choice for the franchise.
At No. 3, the Anaheim Geese chosen Beckett Sennecke, 18, a proper wing who performed within the Ontario Hockey League final season.
The Sharks additionally chosen at No. 11 within the first spherical, drafting defenseman Sam Dickinson, who performed within the Ontario Hockey League final season, scoring 18 objectives.
LAS VEGAS — Macklin Celebrini was a lock to be San Jose’s No. 1 total decide within the NHL Entry Draft on Friday. However after months of Celebrini anticipating the second, really listening to his identify known as was a reduction.
“As soon as it is [actually] official, it is a fairly wonderful feeling,” Celebrini stated. “It has been a dream of mine ever since I used to be a little bit child. I am simply so excited to hitch the group.”
The 18-year-old heart projected to be the draft’s No. 1 choice following a celebrated freshman season at Boston College. Celebrini turned, at simply 17 years outdated, the youngest winner of a Hobey Baker Award because the NCAA’s prime skater. He produced 32 objectives and 64 factors in 38 video games for the Terriers.
Celebrini — clocking in at 6-foot and simply shy of 200 kilos — was second total in school scoring, failing to notch not less than one level in solely six video games.
Simply 4 different freshman — Paul Kariya, Jack Eichel and Adam Fantilli — had ever gained a Hobey Baker Award. That very same season Celebrini was the Hockey East Participant of the Yr, Rookie of the Yr and scoring champion.
That resume put him atop draft boards and firmly on San Jose’s radar after they gained the NHL’s draft lottery in Could.
“It has been an extended course of ever since final summer time,” stated Celebrini of navigating life as a possible prime decide. “And there is been rather a lot occurring. However I’ve loved it. I’ve actually loved spending time with my family and friends going via this with them. It was a once-in-a-lifetime alternative.”
Celebrini is a quintessential two-way skater, with glorious velocity and a deadly shot that is made him a dominant menace at each degree of his profession to this point. A capability to dial in defensively and battle for pucks has set Celebrini aside and made him a coveted addition who is able to be part of NHL ranks instantly.
Previous to becoming a member of the school ranks, Celebrini spent the 2022-23 season with the USHL’s Chicago Metal, the place he led the Metal to an Jap Convention Finals berth with 46 objectives and 86 factors in 50 video games.
San Jose would have been exhausting pressed to discover a extra full skater to take with the franchise first-ever No. 1 choice.
In an sudden draft-day twist, the Sharks even had former heart Joe Thornton making their Celebrini alternative on stage on the Sphere. It was one other reminiscence for Celebrini so as to add to his already-overflowing scrapbook from the week.
“Oh, it was wonderful,” Celebrini stated of Thornton being there. “He is a legend of the sport and a Sharks legend. He is simply a tremendous participant and individual. It was fairly particular to have him up there.”
It was virtually like Thornton — who performed for San Jose from 2005-2020 and retired following the 2021-22 season — was passing the torch to Celebrini as he initiatives to be on the forefront of San Jose’s ongoing rebuild. The Sharks had a brutal season in 2023-24, ending final total with a 19-54-9 report that led to teach David Quinn being fired (and subsequently changed by Ryan Warsofsky).
Main scorer Tomas Hertl was traded to Las Vegas final March, as clear a sign as any of how deep into the rebuilding section San Jose really is.
Celebrini can be a big a part of that course of — and provides followers one thing to root for because it rolls alongside. He declined to say if there is a timeline on deciding between a sophomore season at BU or becoming a member of the Sharks instantly this season. However suffice it to say, Celebrini is wanting ahead to being a part of San Jose’s future.
“It is an thrilling alternative since you get to construct a bunch,” stated Celebrini. “They’ve a younger core that is very particular. And I really feel like they’re transferring in the fitting route and so they’re constructing the fitting approach. I am tremendous excited to hitch the group. I can not wait to see the place we go.”
The most recent Shark already has ties to the Bay space — and San Jose’s group — one thing that ought to make for a seamless transition. His father, Rick, moved their household to California in 2018 when he turned the Golden State Warriors vice chairman of well being and efficiency. That allowed Celebrini to play a season with the junior Sharks program, and his household nonetheless has a house close by to the place the Sharks are located.
In a approach, all of it felt meant to be, and Celebrini is making ready now for the thrilling subsequent chapter of his profession.
“Ever since I used to be a child, watching (the Vancouver Canucks) on TV, (this) has simply been my dream,” he stated. “And considering it’ll be actuality (once I was) watching my favourite gamers play each night time, dreaming and hoping that someday (it might be me).”
At No. 2 total, the Chicago Blackhawks chosen Artyom Levshunov, 18, a defenseman who performed for the Michigan State Spartans final season. Blackhawks star Connor Bedard, who was chosen because the league’s prime rookie, successful the Calder Memorial Trophy Thursday, made the choice for the franchise.
At No. 3, the Anaheim Geese chosen Beckett Sennecke, 18, a proper wing who performed within the Ontario Hockey League final season.
The Sharks additionally chosen at No. 11 within the first spherical, drafting defenseman Sam Dickinson, who performed within the Ontario Hockey League final season, scoring 18 objectives.