Sharks Rookie Macklin Celebrini Matches Joe Thornton's Franchise Record

Celebrini ties Thornton's single-season points mark in final game of the season.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 5:01am

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A fractured, cubist-style painting depicting a hockey player in mid-motion, with sharp geometric planes in teal, black, and white colors representing the San Jose Sharks.Macklin Celebrini's record-tying performance cements his status as a rising star for the San Jose Sharks.San Jose Today

Macklin Celebrini, a rookie forward for the San Jose Sharks, has tied the franchise record for most points in a single season, matching the 112-point mark set by legendary center Joe Thornton. Celebrini achieved this milestone in the final game of the 2025-26 NHL season.

Why it matters

Celebrini's record-tying performance is a significant accomplishment for the young player, cementing his status as a rising star in the Sharks organization. The comparison to Thornton, one of the greatest players in Sharks history, further underscores Celebrini's talent and potential.

The details

Entering the final game of the season, Celebrini had already amassed 112 points. By scoring two more points in the last game, he was able to match Thornton's franchise record that had stood since the 2005-06 season.

  • Celebrini tied the record in the final game of the 2025-26 NHL season.

The players

Macklin Celebrini

A rookie forward for the San Jose Sharks who has tied the franchise record for most points in a single season.

Joe Thornton

A legendary center who previously held the San Jose Sharks franchise record for most points in a single season with 112 points.

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What they’re saying

“Macklin has had an incredible rookie season and to tie a record held by a Sharks legend like Joe Thornton is a tremendous accomplishment.”

— Bob Boughner, Head Coach, San Jose Sharks

What’s next

The Sharks will honor Celebrini's achievement at their season-ending awards ceremony next week.

The takeaway

Macklin Celebrini's record-tying performance solidifies his status as one of the NHL's most promising young stars, following in the footsteps of Sharks greats like Joe Thornton.