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Macklin Celebrini Joins Elite Company with Historic Start to NHL Career
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Dominating Early Performance
Nineteen-year-old Macklin Celebrini is making an immediate impact in his rookie season with the San Jose Sharks. From October 21st through October 26th, Celebrini recorded remarkable statistics, solidifying his position as a leading contender for the 2024-25 Calder Memorial Trophy, awarded to the NHL’s rookie of the year.
Celebrini’s week began with a standout performance on October 21st, followed by a 3-2-5 point game, including the primary assist on Will Smith’s overtime winner, in a 6-5 victory against the New York Rangers on October 23rd. This marked his second career five-point performance, previously achieved on April 9, 2025, against the Minnesota Wild (3-2-5).
Historical Company
This achievement places Celebrini in rare air. He is now the fourth player in NHL history to record multiple five-point games before turning 20, joining an exclusive group that includes hockey legends Wayne Gretzky (5 times), Dale Hawerchuk (2 times), and bryan Trottier (2 times). NHL.com confirmed this milestone.
Celebrini added an assist in a 3-1 loss to the New Jersey Devils on October 24th. He concluded the week with a 1-2-3 performance, including his second career overtime goal (previously on November 18, 2024, against the detroit Red Wings), in a 6-5 win over the Minnesota Wild on October 26th.
League-Leading Point Production
Through nine games this season, Celebrini has amassed 6 goals and 9 assists for a total of 15 points, placing him third in the League in scoring. NHL.com’s official statistics page shows his current ranking.
His early success puts him in the company of other teenage standouts. Only four other teenagers in NHL history have recorded as many points through their frist nine games: Bryan Trottier (6-12-18 in 1975-76 with the New York Islanders),Wayne Gretzky (5-11-16 in 1980-81 with the Edmonton Oilers),Sidney Crosby (6-9-15 in 2006-07 with the Pittsburgh Penguins),and Elias Pettersson (9-6-15 in 2018-19 with the Vancouver canucks). Hockey-Reference.com provides historical player statistics.
Looking Ahead
Celebrini’s extraordinary start to his NHL career has generated significant excitement among Sharks fans
