The San Jose Sharks have placed rookie center Macklin Celebrini on injured reserve due to a lower body injury, just two days after his impressive NHL debut where he scored one goal and provided one assist.

Celebrini's absence means he will miss at least one week, with uncertainty surrounding his return timeline. Sharks coach Ryan Warsofsky indicated they are taking a cautious approach, assessing his rehab day by day.

Despite the setback, both Warsofsky and teammate Will Smith noted that Celebrini is maintaining a positive outlook.