Sharks' Macklin Celebrini Breaks Joe Thornton's Franchise Scoring Record

The 19-year-old phenom surpassed Thornton's single-season points mark in the final game of the season.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 9:48am

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San Jose Sharks forward Macklin Celebrini, the 19-year-old No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft, broke the franchise's single-season scoring record previously held by Hall of Famer Joe Thornton. Celebrini finished the season with 115 points, including 45 goals and 70 assists, in 82 games, surpassing Thornton's record of 114 points set in the 2006-07 season.

Why it matters

Celebrini's historic season establishes him as one of the NHL's brightest young stars and a key part of the Sharks' future. At just 19 years old, he has already cemented his place in the franchise's record books, surpassing a mark set by a Sharks legend in Thornton. This achievement will only further raise Celebrini's profile and expectations for the years to come.

The details

Celebrini entered the final game of the season needing three points to break Thornton's record. He recorded two assists in the first period to tie the mark, then scored a goal in the third period to set the new franchise record at 115 points. Celebrini's 45 goals and 70 assists this season are both career highs, and he now has 175 points in 151 career NHL games since being drafted first overall in 2024.

  • Celebrini broke Thornton's record of 114 points in the Sharks' final game of the 2025-26 season on April 17, 2026.
  • Thornton set the previous franchise record of 114 points in the 2006-07 season.

The players

Macklin Celebrini

A 19-year-old forward for the San Jose Sharks who was the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft. He finished the 2025-26 season with a franchise-record 115 points, including 45 goals and 70 assists.

Joe Thornton

A former captain of the San Jose Sharks and a 2025 Hockey Hall of Fame inductee. He held the franchise's single-season scoring record with 114 points, set in the 2006-07 season, until it was broken by Celebrini.

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What they’re saying

“Mack, you know how I feel about you and your game. Just love watching you. Congratulations. You know the Thorntons love you and can't wait to see you keep breaking even more of your own records.”

— Joe Thornton

What’s next

Celebrini will look to build on his historic season and lead the Sharks to playoff success in the 2026-27 campaign. With the franchise record now in his possession, the focus will be on Celebrini continuing to develop and elevate his game to new heights.

The takeaway

Macklin Celebrini's record-breaking season at just 19 years old is a testament to his immense talent and potential. By surpassing a franchise icon in Joe Thornton, Celebrini has cemented his status as one of the NHL's brightest young stars and a key building block for the Sharks' future.