Sharks' Macklin Celebrini shines in Canada's Olympic win over Switzerland

The 19-year-old San Jose Sharks star tallied a goal and an assist in Canada's 5-1 victory.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Macklin Celebrini, the 19-year-old San Jose Sharks phenom, continued his strong start to the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics by scoring a goal and adding an assist in Canada's 5-1 win over Switzerland in men's ice hockey.

Why it matters

Celebrini's performance is an exciting development for both the Sharks and Canadian national team, as the young forward looks to establish himself on the international stage and build momentum heading into the NHL season.

The details

Celebrini scored his second goal in as many games for Canada, helping the team cruise to a comfortable victory over Switzerland. The Sharks prospect also recorded an assist in the game, showcasing his offensive skills and playmaking ability.

  • Celebrini scored a goal in Canada's Olympic debut on Thursday, a 5-0 win over Czechia.
  • On Friday, Celebrini tallied a goal and an assist in Canada's 5-1 victory over Switzerland.

The players

Macklin Celebrini

A 19-year-old forward for the San Jose Sharks who is representing Canada at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics.

Canada

The Canadian men's ice hockey team competing at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics.

Switzerland

The Swiss men's ice hockey team competing at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics.

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What they’re saying

“Macklin Celebrini is on a role to start the Milan Cortina Olympics.”

— Ashlyn Sullivan and Jordan Hall, NBC Bay Area Sports Commentators (nbcbayarea.com)

The takeaway

Celebrini's strong start to the Olympics is an exciting development for the San Jose Sharks, who will be hoping the young forward can carry this momentum into the upcoming NHL season and continue to develop into a key part of their core.