Sharks name Macklin Celebrini youngest captain in team history
ESPN NHL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 6:55 PM
Last updated Sep 25, 2026
The San Jose Sharks have appointed Macklin Celebrini as the team's captain, making him the youngest to ever hold the position at just 20 years old. This decision signals a shift in leadership for the Sharks as they prepare for the upcoming season. Celebrini, known for his skill and leadership potential, steps into this role following a strong junior career. The team aims to build a competitive squad around young talent, with Celebrini at the forefront of that vision.
- •Macklin Celebrini is 20 years old.
- •Celebrini is the youngest captain in Sharks history.
- •The Sharks are focusing on young talent for the upcoming season.
- •Celebrini previously had a notable junior career.
- 7:41 PMESPN NHL — Sharks make Celebrini, 20, youngest ever team captain
"Macklin Celebrini, 20, has been selected as the San Jose Sharks captain making him the youngest in team history to fill that role.
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