Sharks Stun Ducks with Late Third-Period Comeback

San Jose scores twice in final two minutes to rally past Anaheim

Apr. 2, 2026 at 9:35am

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The San Jose Sharks scored two goals in the final two minutes of the third period to rally past the Anaheim Ducks 4-3 on Wednesday night. Macklin Celebrini and Alexander Wennberg found the back of the net late to erase a one-goal deficit and give the Sharks their third straight win.

Why it matters

The Sharks' comeback victory over their Pacific Division rival Ducks keeps them in the playoff hunt, while Anaheim's third straight loss drops them further out of contention in the crowded Western Conference standings.

The details

After the Ducks took a 3-2 lead early in the third period, the Sharks pulled their goalie in the final minutes and were rewarded when Celebrini scored the equalizer with 1:39 remaining. Wennberg then netted the game-winner with just 31 seconds left on the clock, capping the Sharks' thrilling comeback.

  • The Sharks scored the tying goal with 1:39 left in the third period.
  • The Sharks scored the winning goal with 31 seconds remaining in the third period.

The players

Macklin Celebrini

A Sharks forward who scored two goals, including the game-tying goal late in the third period.

Alexander Wennberg

A Sharks forward who scored the game-winning goal in the final 31 seconds of the third period.

Yaroslav Askarov

The Sharks' goaltender who made 28 saves to earn the victory.

Ryan Poehling

A Ducks forward who scored a goal in the first period to tie the game 1-1.

Troy Terry

A Ducks forward who scored a goal in the third period to give Anaheim a 3-2 lead.

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What they’re saying

“We never gave up and kept fighting until the end. That's the kind of resilience this team has shown all season.”

— Macklin Celebrini, Sharks Forward

“It's tough to let a lead slip away like that in the final minutes, but credit to San Jose for never quitting. We have to regroup and find a way to close out games.”

— Troy Terry, Ducks Forward

What’s next

The Sharks will look to build on this comeback win as they continue their playoff push, while the Ducks will aim to end their three-game skid in their next outing.

The takeaway

This thrilling comeback victory showcases the Sharks' determination and resilience, as they refused to give up despite trailing late in the third period. Meanwhile, the Ducks' inability to hold onto their lead highlights the need for the team to find a way to close out games more effectively down the stretch.