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Macklin Celebrini Shines with Two Goals in Sharks' Win

4/3/2026

Summary

Celebrini Leads Sharks

Macklin Celebrini of the San Jose Sharks scored twice and assisted on the game-winner to lift the Sharks to a 4-3 victory over the Anaheim Ducks.
He added his 40th goal of the season.
Celebrini has 105 points this season, the second-highest total in Sharks history.
The Sharks are tied for ninth in the Western Conference, one point behind the Los Angeles Kings for the final wild-card spot.

History

Historical Context

The NHL's 1967 expansion doubled the league's size from six to twelve teams, introducing franchises like the Los Angeles Kings and Philadelphia Flyers. This marked the end of the Original Six era and aimed to counter competition from rival leagues. The expansion significantly increased the league's visibility and competitiveness, setting the stage for future growth and the emergence of new talent, exemplified by Macklin Celebrini's 40 goals this season.

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Celebrini Leads Sharks

Macklin Celebrini of the San Jose Sharks scored twice and assisted on the game-winner to lift the Sharks to a 4-3 victory over the Anaheim Ducks.
He added his 40th goal of the season.
Celebrini has 105 points this season, the second-highest total in Sharks history.
The Sharks are tied for ninth in the Western Conference, one point behind the Los Angeles Kings for the final wild-card spot.

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