Sharks Defeat Blues on Late Gaudette Goal

Blues' playoff hopes take hit as Celebrini surpasses 100 points for Sharks

Mar. 31, 2026 at 10:33am

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The St. Louis Blues fell to the San Jose Sharks 3-2 on a late goal by Adam Gaudette, dealing a blow to the Blues' playoff hopes. The Sharks' Matty Celebrini also reached a major milestone, surpassing 100 points on the season.

Why it matters

The loss is a setback for the Blues, who are fighting to secure a playoff spot in the competitive Western Conference. Meanwhile, Celebrini's 100-point season is a significant individual achievement that highlights the Sharks' strong offensive production this year.

The details

In the closely contested game, the Sharks scored the game-winning goal with just over a minute remaining, as Adam Gaudette found the back of the net to give San Jose the 3-2 victory. The Blues had fought back to tie the game earlier in the third period, but were unable to complete the comeback. Matty Celebrini's 100th point of the season came on an assist earlier in the game, underscoring his breakout campaign for the Sharks.

  • The game was played on March 30, 2026.
  • Celebrini reached the 100-point milestone during the game.

The players

Matty Celebrini

A forward for the San Jose Sharks who has emerged as one of the top scorers in the NHL this season, surpassing 100 points.

Adam Gaudette

The Sharks forward who scored the game-winning goal against the Blues with just over a minute remaining in the contest.

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What they’re saying

“Celebrini has been a driving force for us all season long, and reaching 100 points is a tremendous individual accomplishment. But we're focused on finishing strong as a team and securing a playoff spot.”

— Mike Grier, Sharks General Manager

What’s next

The Blues will look to bounce back in their next game against the division-leading Colorado Avalanche on April 2nd.

The takeaway

This loss is a tough blow for the Blues' playoff hopes, but they will need to regroup quickly to keep their postseason dreams alive. Meanwhile, Celebrini's 100-point campaign is a bright spot for the Sharks, who are enjoying a strong season.