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San Jose Sharks finish 2025-26 season strong but miss playoffs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 4:49 PM

Last updated Jun 3, 2026

San Jose Sharks finish 2025-26 season strong but miss playoffs

Summary

The San Jose Sharks concluded the 2025-26 NHL season with 86 points, falling short of a playoff spot by four points. Despite being eliminated from contention with two games remaining, the Sharks demonstrated significant improvement, achieving their highest point total since their last postseason appearance seven years ago. The team enjoyed a resurgence with standout performances, particularly from Macklin Celebrini, who became the franchise's single-season points leader. As the offseason approaches, player evaluations are underway, highlighting both individual successes and areas for upcoming improvement.

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By the Numbers

•Sharks finished four points shy of the playoffs
•Macklin Celebrini led with 115 points
•Team achieved a 34-point increase from last season
•Celebrini's impact included major contributions to victories
•Offseason prep includes player evaluations for future improvement

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4:49 PMYahoo Sports — Grading Every San Jose Shark Player’s 2025-26 Season

What they're saying

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Finishing the 2025-26 NHL season with 86 points, the most since they last made the postseason seven years ago, the San Jose Sharks finished four points out of the final Western Conference playoff spot. While eliminated from playoff contention with two games to go, there is no way to characterize San Jose’s season as anything […] The post Grading Every San Jose Shark Player’s 2025-26 Season appeared first on The Lead.
— Yahoo Sports

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