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Sharks' Macklin Celebrini Injured After Dazzling NHL Debut

Celebrini's status for Saturday's game against the Anaheim Ducks is uncertain due to a lower-body injury.

  • Macklin Celebrini, the San Jose Sharks' 18-year-old center, missed practice due to a lower-body injury, raising doubts about his participation in the next game.
  • Celebrini made an impressive NHL debut, scoring a goal and an assist, becoming the youngest Sharks player to achieve two points in his first game.
  • The Sharks lost their season opener 5-4 in overtime against the St. Louis Blues, despite leading 4-1 at one point in the game.
  • Coach Ryan Warsofsky has not confirmed if Celebrini's current injury is related to a previous preseason injury.
  • In Celebrini's absence, Mikael Granlund took the top-line center spot during practice as the Sharks prepare for their upcoming game.
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