Sharks Face Flyers as Celebrini and Michkov Headline Rookie Matchup

San Jose looks to snap a seven-game skid while rookie Macklin Celebrini emerges as a leader on and off the ice.

The San Jose Sharks, currently on a seven-game losing streak, host the Philadelphia Flyers in a New Year's Eve matchup.
Rookie Macklin Celebrini, the first overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft, has become a key figure for the struggling Sharks, tallying 27 points in 27 games this season.
Celebrini has been vocal about his frustrations with the team's performance, stepping into a leadership role despite being just 18 years old.
The game also highlights a showdown between Calder Trophy contenders Celebrini and Flyers rookie Matvei Michkov, who leads all NHL rookies with 29 points in 35 games.
Both teams have struggled defensively, with the Sharks allowing three or more goals in 11 consecutive games and the Flyers conceding four or more goals in six of their last seven games.