History of Macklin Celebrini in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 31, 2026

Macklin Celebrini is a Canadian professional ice hockey player currently playing centre and serving as alternate captain for the San Jose Sharks in the NHL. He was drafted first overall by the Sharks in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft and debuted in the 2024-25 season. Celebrini was a finalist for the Calder Memorial Trophy, highlighting his immediate impact and talent in the league.

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1993: Paul Kariya wins Hobey Baker Award

In 1993, Paul Kariya won the Hobey Baker Award.

June 13, 2006: Macklin Richard Celebrini Birth

On June 13, 2006, Macklin Richard Celebrini was born. He is a Canadian professional ice hockey player.

2015: Jack Eichel wins Hobey Baker Award

In 2015, Jack Eichel won the Hobey Baker Award.

2022: International Debut

In 2022, Celebrini made his international debut for Canada with the under-17 team in the World U-17 Hockey Challenge.

2022: Signed with Chicago Steel

In 2022, Celebrini signed with the Chicago Steel of the United States Hockey League (USHL).

2023: Committed to Boston University

In 2023, Celebrini committed to play for Boston University, playing alongside his older brother Aiden.

2023: World U18 Championships

In 2023, Celebrini was named to the under-18 team for the World U18 Championships, where he scored the bronze medal-winning goal against Slovakia in overtime.

2023: Aiden Celebrini drafted by Vancouver Canucks

In 2023, Celebrini's older brother, Aiden, was drafted by the Vancouver Canucks in the sixth round of the NHL entry draft.

2024: Senior Team Debut Invitation

In 2024, Celebrini accepted an invitation to make his senior team debut at the World Championship, but was dropped from the roster following the addition of NHL players.

2024: 2024 World Junior Championships

In 2024, Celebrini played with the junior team at the World Junior Championships, leading the team in scoring.

2024: Drafted first overall by San Jose Sharks

In 2024, Celebrini was drafted first overall in the NHL entry draft by the San Jose Sharks. He signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Sharks on July 6.

2024: First NHL hat-trick

In the 2024-25 season, Celebrini scored his first NHL hat-trick in a game against the Minnesota Wild on April 9, 2025, becoming the first rookie to do so. He was a finalist for the Calder Memorial Trophy and named to the league's All-Rookie Team.

2025: Leading NHL scorer

During the start of the 2025-26 season, Celebrini temporarily became the NHL's leading scorer, scoring 23 points in the first 15 games.

2025: World Championship Debut

In 2025, Celebrini made his debut at the World Championship, recording three goals and three assists for Canada.

December 31, 2025: Named to Canada's Olympic Roster

On December 31, 2025, Celebrini was named to Canada's roster for the Winter Olympics, making him the youngest-ever NHL player on the Canadian men's Olympic team.

2026: 2026 Winter Olympics

In 2026, Celebrini participated in the Winter Olympics, opening the scoring for Canada against the Czech Republic and playing a key role in the tournament, where Canada received the silver medal and Celebrini was named to the Olympic All-Star Team.