Sharks' Macklin Celebrini joins elite NHL history

19-year-old Celebrini posts one of the best seasons ever for a player his age.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 12:11pm

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A cubist-style painting depicting a hockey player in motion, with their body broken down into sharp, overlapping geometric shapes in teal, orange, and navy blue, conveying the dynamic energy and skill of the player.Celebrini's record-breaking season solidifies his status as one of the NHL's brightest young stars.San Jose Today

San Jose Sharks forward Macklin Celebrini has concluded one of the most impressive individual seasons by a 19-year-old player in NHL history, finishing as the third-highest points scorer for a player of that age. Despite the Sharks missing the playoffs, Celebrini's historic campaign has cemented his status as one of the league's rising young stars.

Why it matters

Celebrini's standout season at such a young age places him in rarified air alongside NHL legends like Wayne Gretzky and Sidney Crosby, who also produced elite-level offense as teenagers. His performance is a testament to the Sharks' player development and a sign of the bright future ahead for the franchise.

The details

In his second NHL season, the 19-year-old Celebrini recorded 87 points, the third-highest total ever for a player his age, trailing only Gretzky and Crosby. Despite the Sharks missing the playoffs, Celebrini's impressive offensive output has solidified his status as one of the league's top young talents.

  • Celebrini concluded the 2025-26 NHL regular season in April 2026.

The players

Macklin Celebrini

A 19-year-old forward for the San Jose Sharks who just completed one of the most impressive individual seasons by a player his age in NHL history.

Wayne Gretzky

Considered by many to be the greatest hockey player of all time, Gretzky holds numerous NHL records including the highest single-season points total by a 19-year-old.

Sidney Crosby

A generational talent who is widely regarded as one of the best players of his era, Crosby is the second-highest points scorer for a 19-year-old in NHL history.

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What they’re saying

“Macklin is a special talent and we're thrilled to see him take such a big step in his development this season. He's just scratching the surface of what he can accomplish in this league.”

— Mike Grier, General Manager, San Jose Sharks

What’s next

Celebrini will look to build on his historic season and lead the Sharks back to the playoffs next year.

The takeaway

Celebrini's remarkable 19-year-old campaign cements his status as one of the NHL's most promising young stars, joining the likes of Gretzky and Crosby in the record books and signaling a bright future for the Sharks organization.