Macklin Celebrini made a remarkable debut for the San Jose Sharks, scoring the team's first goal of the season and adding an assist in the first period against the St. Louis Blues. Despite the Sharks blowing a 4-1 lead and losing 5-4 in overtime, Celebrini's performance signaled hope for a franchise struggling for success.
At just 18 years old, Celebrini became the youngest player in NHL history to record two points in his debut period. His impressive start comes as the Sharks look to rebuild with young talents like Celebrini and Will Smith, following years of playoff disappointments.