Celebrini, Mantha, and Kadri Earn Monday's 3 Stars Honors

Penguins dominate Islanders as Celebrini notches 100th point

Mar. 31, 2026 at 6:05am

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Macklin Celebrini (two goals and an assist), Anthony Mantha (two goals and an assist), and Nazem Kadri (two goals) were named the NHL's Three Stars of the Night on Monday. Celebrini's performance included his 100th career point as the Penguins dominated the Islanders.

Why it matters

The Three Stars of the Night award highlights the top individual performances from the previous day's NHL games, recognizing the league's top talent and providing insight into which players are currently at the peak of their game.

The details

Celebrini, a 22-year-old center for the Penguins, scored two goals and added an assist in Pittsburgh's dominant win over the Islanders. Mantha, a winger for the Capitals, also tallied two goals and an assist in Washington's victory. Kadri, a center for the Flames, found the back of the net twice to lead Calgary to a win.

  • The games took place on Monday, March 31, 2026.

The players

Macklin Celebrini

A 22-year-old center for the Pittsburgh Penguins who recorded two goals and an assist, including his 100th career point, in the team's win over the Islanders.

Anthony Mantha

A winger for the Washington Capitals who scored two goals and added an assist in the team's victory.

Nazem Kadri

A center for the Calgary Flames who scored two goals to lead his team to a win.

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What they’re saying

“It's always an honor to be recognized as one of the top players of the night. I'm just focused on helping my team win games and contributing however I can.”

— Macklin Celebrini, Pittsburgh Penguins Center

“I'm just trying to do my job and put the puck in the net. It's great to be able to contribute to a winning effort.”

— Anthony Mantha, Washington Capitals Winger

“At the end of the day, it's all about getting the two points. Individual accolades are nice, but the team's success is what matters most.”

— Nazem Kadri, Calgary Flames Center

The takeaway

The Three Stars of the Night award is a testament to the incredible talent and skill of the NHL's top players. Celebrini, Mantha, and Kadri's performances showcase the depth of offensive firepower across the league and the fierce competition for individual honors.