San Jose Sharks Select Macklin Celebrini as First Overall Pick in NHL Draft
Celebrini, a standout from Boston University, is poised to be a cornerstone for the rebuilding Sharks.
- Joe Thornton announced the pick, creating a symbolic passing of the torch to Celebrini.
- Celebrini, an 18-year-old center, won the Hobey Baker Award as college hockey's top player.
- The Sharks also picked defenseman Sam Dickinson with the 11th overall pick.
- San Jose is considering trading their 33rd overall pick for future assets.
- The team re-signed forward Luke Kunin to a one-year deal and is finalizing its coaching staff.
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