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Sharks struggle without Macklin Celebrini, fall to Stars 5-0

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 4:46 AM

Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Sharks struggle without Macklin Celebrini, fall to Stars 5-0

Summary

The San Jose Sharks lost 5-0 to the Dallas Stars on October 5, 2026, missing captain Macklin Celebrini due to a lower-body injury. Celebrini, who has made an impact in the season's first two games, was unable to play, and the Sharks couldn’t capitalize on scoring opportunities. Stars captain Jamie Benn scored two points, while goalie Jake Oettinger saved all 13 shots he faced. The Sharks conceded four goals in the second period, making a comeback impossible. San Jose looks to recover against the St. Louis Blues on October 7.

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Status Watch

•Macklin Celebrini ruled out with a lower-body injury.
•Sharks started strong but fell behind early in the first period.
•Dallas scored three goals in the second period to seal the game.
•Stars' goaltender Jake Oettinger recorded 13 saves.
•Sharks aim to recover against the Blues on October 7.

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4:46 AMYahoo Sports — Sharks not using Macklin Celebrini injury as excuse after Stars loss

What they're saying

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The San Jose Sharks announced on Monday that Macklin Celebrini had an injury and would not play against the Dallas Stars. Celebrini, the team’s new captain and their best player, is said to have a lower-body injury. Without him on the ice, San Jose was not able to secure a win. It was a big night for Stars captain Jamie Benn, who scored two points. […] The post Sharks not using Macklin Celebrini injury as excuse after Stars loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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