Macklin Celebrini Breaks Joe Thornton's Franchise Record

Macklin Celebrini broke Joe Thornton's San Jose Sharks franchise record with 115 points in a single season on April 17, 2026. Celebrini achieved this feat in his second NHL season at just 19 years old.

What happened?

Celebrini scored one goal and two assists in the Sharks' 6-1 win against the Winnipeg Jets, finishing the season with 45 goals and 70 assists.

Why it matters for Macklin Celebrini

This record-breaking season establishes Celebrini as one of the NHL's next top stars, with a significant improvement from his rookie season where he produced 25 goals, 38 helpers, and 63 points.

What comes next?

The Sharks advanced from being the worst team in hockey to a fringe contender, thanks to Celebrini's historic sophomore season, and now look to build on this success with Celebrini leading the team.

Celebrini's 115 points surpassed Thornton's 114 points in the 2006-07 campaign, with Celebrini averaging about 1.16 points per game through his first two NHL seasons.

The Sharks' improvement from 20 wins and 52 team points to 39 wins and 86 points is a testament to Celebrini's impact on the team, and his performance has raised expectations for the team's future success.

Celebrini's record-breaking season has drawn attention from the NHL, with the league tweeting about his achievement on April 17, 2026, and the San Jose Sharks also congratulating him on his milestone.

With 70 goals, 108 assists, and 178 points in 152 games, Celebrini has established himself as a key player for the Sharks, and his continued growth and development will be crucial to the team's success in the upcoming seasons.

The Sharks' franchise has only reached the Stanley Cup Final once, led by Joe Thornton in 2016, but with Celebrini on the team, the sky appears to be the limit for the franchise's future success.