Celebrini's 3-point game powers Sharks to 4-2 win over Canadiens

Macklin Celebrini scored two goals and added an assist to lead San Jose to victory.

Apr. 19, 2026 at 11:26pm

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A fragmented, geometric painting in the style of Pablo Picasso, depicting the dynamic movements and clashing colors of a hockey game between the San Jose Sharks and Montreal Canadiens.Celebrini's hat trick performance fuels the Sharks' victory over the Canadiens in a visually dynamic, cubist-inspired interpretation of the game's action.San Jose Today

Macklin Celebrini had a standout performance with two goals and an assist as the San Jose Sharks defeated the Montreal Canadiens 4-2 on Saturday night. Collin Graf and Mario Ferraro also scored for the Sharks, while Cole Caufield and Nick Suzuki found the back of the net for the Canadiens.

Why it matters

The win helps the Sharks stay in the hunt for a Western Conference wild card spot, while the loss ends the Canadiens' three-game winning streak as they try to maintain their position in the Atlantic Division.

The details

Celebrini opened the scoring for the Sharks in the first period, and his second goal in the third period sealed the win for San Jose. Ferraro and Graf also contributed to the Sharks' offense, while Caufield and Suzuki scored for the Canadiens.

  • The game was played on Saturday, April 19, 2026.
  • Caufield opened the scoring at 7:21 in the first period.
  • Celebrini tied the game at 13:12 in the first period.
  • Celebrini's second goal came at 17:56 in the third period.

The players

Macklin Celebrini

A forward for the San Jose Sharks who had two goals and an assist in the game.

Collin Graf

A forward for the San Jose Sharks who had a goal and two assists in the game.

Mario Ferraro

A defenseman for the San Jose Sharks who scored a goal in the game.

Cole Caufield

A forward for the Montreal Canadiens who scored a goal in the game.

Nick Suzuki

A forward for the Montreal Canadiens who scored a goal in the game.

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What’s next

The Sharks will travel to Ottawa to face the Senators on Sunday, while the Canadiens will host the Anaheim Ducks, also on Sunday.

The takeaway

This game showcased the offensive firepower of the San Jose Sharks, led by Macklin Celebrini's standout performance. The win keeps the Sharks in the hunt for a Western Conference wild card spot, while the loss ends the Canadiens' recent winning streak as they try to maintain their position in the Atlantic Division.