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Macklin Celebrini

Macklin Richard Celebrini is a Canadian professional ice hockey centre and alternate captain for the San Jose Sharks of the National Hockey League (NHL).

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Macklin Richard Celebrini is a Canadian professional ice hockey centre and alternate captain for the San Jose Sharks of the National Hockey League (NHL). Selected first overall in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft, he made his NHL debut in the 2024–25 season and has also represented Canada internationally.

Early life and amateur career

Celebrini was born in Vancouver, British Columbia, and developed as a hockey player in Canada before moving to major junior and college hockey in the United States. He played for the Chicago Steel in the USHL and then for Boston University before turning professional.

NHL career

Celebrini was drafted first overall by the San Jose Sharks in 2024. He joined the NHL in the 2024–25 season and quickly became one of the team’s key young players, earning alternate captain duties.

International play

Celebrini has played for Canada in international competition, including the World Junior Championship and the IIHF World Championship. He was later selected for Canada’s men’s Olympic team for the 2026 Winter Games.

Playing style and recognition

Celebrini is listed as a centre and is known as a high-end offensive player. His rapid rise from college hockey to the NHL has made him one of the most closely followed young players in the league.

Key facts

Celebrini is a Canadian professional ice hockey player for the San Jose Sharks.
He was selected first overall by San Jose in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft.
He made his NHL debut in the 2024–25 season.
He has served as an alternate captain for the Sharks.
Internationally, he has represented Canada at multiple tournaments, including the World Junior Championship and the IIHF World Championship.

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Canadian context

Celebrini is a Canadian-born NHL player from Vancouver and a member of Canada’s men’s national team program, making him relevant to Canadian hockey fans and Olympic coverage.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Macklin Celebrini?

He is a Canadian professional ice hockey centre for the San Jose Sharks and the first overall pick in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft.

Where was Macklin Celebrini born?

He was born in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

What team does Macklin Celebrini play for?

He plays for the San Jose Sharks of the NHL.

When was Macklin Celebrini drafted?

He was selected first overall in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft.

Has Macklin Celebrini played for Canada?

Yes. He has represented Canada in international tournaments, including the World Junior Championship, the IIHF World Championship, and the 2026 Winter Olympics.

References

Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Macklin_Celebrini
Supports: Birth date, birthplace, nationality, NHL team, draft position, debut season, and international representation.
Elite Prospects — https://www.eliteprospects.com/player/597559/macklin-celebrini
Supports: Birthplace, position, shooting side, size, junior and college background, and 2024 first-overall draft selection.
NHL.com — https://www.nhl.com/sharks/news/sharks-forward-macklin-celebrini-named-to-team-canada-s-2026-olympic-roster
Supports: Selection to Canada’s 2026 Olympic men’s hockey roster and season performance details.
Boston University Athletics — https://goterriers.com/sports/mens-ice-hockey/roster/macklin-celebrini/25049
Supports: Boston University roster listing, hometown, position, height, weight, and previous team.
College Hockey, Inc. — https://collegehockeyinc.com/players/career/59213
Supports: Boston University career statistics and NHL draft information.