San Jose Sharks' Macklin Celebrini shines at Olympics

Experts break down the young star's performance in the semifinal win over Finland

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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Drew Remenda, a long-time San Jose Sharks TV analyst for NBC, and Brodie Brazil, who works with the San Jose Sharks, joined NBC Bay Area's Raj Mathai to discuss Macklin Celebrini's standout performance for Team Canada at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics. Celebrini, a San Jose Sharks prospect, played a key role in Canada's last-second semifinal victory over Finland, recording an assist on the winning goal. He now has 10 points in 5 Olympic games.

Why it matters

Celebrini's success at the Olympics has generated significant excitement among San Jose Sharks fans, who see the young forward as a key part of the team's future. His performance on the international stage has further raised his profile and could boost his chances of making the Sharks' roster in the coming seasons.

The details

In the semifinal matchup against Finland, Celebrini set up the game-winning goal in the final seconds, showcasing his playmaking abilities on the Olympic stage. The 20-year-old forward has been a standout player for Canada throughout the tournament, tallying 10 points in 5 games.

  • Celebrini assisted on the winning goal in Canada's semifinal victory over Finland on Friday.
  • Celebrini has 10 points in the 5 Olympic games he's played so far.

The players

Macklin Celebrini

A 20-year-old forward prospect for the San Jose Sharks, representing Team Canada at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics.

Drew Remenda

A long-time San Jose Sharks TV analyst for NBC.

Brodie Brazil

An employee who works with the San Jose Sharks.

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What they’re saying

“Macklin Celebrini played a key role on Friday's game when he assisted on the winning goal in Canada's last-second semifinal victory over Finland.”

— Drew Remenda, San Jose Sharks TV analyst for NBC (NBC Bay Area)

“He now has 10 points in the five Olympics games he's played.”

— Brodie Brazil, San Jose Sharks employee (NBC Bay Area)

What’s next

Celebrini and Team Canada will now advance to the gold medal game at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics.

The takeaway

Macklin Celebrini's standout performance at the Olympics has further cemented his status as a rising star in the San Jose Sharks organization, and his success on the international stage could pave the way for him to earn a spot on the Sharks' roster in the near future.