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Macklin Celebrini Scores in Debut as Sharks Win Rookie Faceoff Opener

Celebrini's power-play goal and strong performance lead San Jose Sharks to a 3-2 victory over Utah Hockey Club.

  • Macklin Celebrini, the Sharks' first overall draft pick, scored a key third-period power-play goal in his debut.
  • The Sharks secured a come-from-behind 3-2 win over Utah Hockey Club in the Rookie Faceoff tournament in El Segundo.
  • Ethan Cardwell scored the game-winning goal on a power play late in the third period.
  • Celebrini's goal tied the game after a faceoff win and a coordinated play with defenseman Luca Cagnoni.
  • The game marks Celebrini's first competitive appearance since May, with the Sharks' regular season set to begin on October 10.
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