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The Sharks’ 2026-27 Schedule Brings Expectations They Haven’t Faced in Years

For the better part of a decade, the San Jose Sharks entered each season with a familiar sense of low stakes. The rebuild years asked for patience, not results, and the schedule release was little more than a formality.

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Macklin Celebrini’s First Reaction to EA Sports NHL 27 Cover Reveal Says It All: “Wow”

Macklin Celebrini went on to become the cover athlete for EA Sports’ NHL 27, and it needed only one word to sum it up. The San Jose Sharks center was revealed as the new face of the video game franchise on Tuesday.

San Jose Sharks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 16

Will Macklin Celebrini take a pay cut on next contract with Sharks?

Macklin Celebrini is already eligible to sign a contract extension with the San Jose Sharks, and he could become the NHL’s highest-paid player on his next contract — but the young superstar isn’t ruling out taking less if it helps the team win.

Macklin Celebrini News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 16

Could Macklin Celebrini Take A Pay Cut On His Next Contract?

Macklin Celebrini has already cemented himself as an NHL star and with that, he is now weighing the options of how his next contract will look, according to Greg Wyshynski of ESPN.

Macklin Celebrini News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

San Jose Sharks News / The Hockey Writers / July 16

Sharks’ Stenberg Will Outperform Past SHL Standouts in Rookie Season

Ivar Stenberg is coming off the fifth best point total for an 18-year-old in SHL history. Only Daniel Sedin (1998-99), Markus Naslund (1991-92), Tomas Sandstrom (1982-83) and Henrik Sedin (1998-99) have fared better than the newest Sharks lottery pick.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The most underrated player for every NHL franchise

The best player in Washington Capitals history? Alex Ovechkin. The best Red Wing? Gordie Howe or Steve Yzerman…or maybe Nicklas Lidstrom. Some NHL franchises have a clear best player, while others have the proverbial Mount Rushmore of potential choices.

San Jose Sharks News / Athlon Sports / July 15

Sharks' Macklin Celebrini Addresses Possible Hometown Discount Before 3rd NHL Season

San Jose Sharks center Macklin Celebrini is entering the final season of his three-year, $2.93 million entry-level contract with the franchise after one of the best sophomore campaigns in recent NHL history.

Macklin Celebrini News / Trade Talk Sports / July 15

Macklin Celebrini willing to take discount on Sharks extension

Macklin Celebrini is not just the best young player in the NHL, but already one of the best players in the world. His first two seasons with the San Jose Sharks have been nothing short of spectacular, and with the salary cap rising and a new contract soon needed, many believe he will become the highest-paid player in hockey.

San Jose Sharks News / Daily Faceoff / July 14

Sharks’ Macklin Celebrini named EA Sports NHL 27 cover athlete

One of the top young stars in the game today is being placed at the forefront of one of the longest-standing video game franchises of all time. On Tuesday, EA Sports announced that San Jose Sharks forward Macklin Celebrini will be the cover athlete for NHL 27, becoming the youngest player to don the cover at just 19.

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The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

The 'MLB Home Run Derby winners' quiz

The 'MLB All-Star starting pitchers' quiz

The 'NBA blocks champions' quiz

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 13

Sharks sign former Rangers defenseman to one-year, two-way contract

Looking to add depth on the back end, the San Jose Sharks signed defenseman Libor Hajek to a one-year, two-way contract for the 2026-27 season, general manager Mike Grier announced Wednesday.

San Jose Sharks News / The Hockey Writers / July 12

Projecting Sharks’ Power Play Quarterback for 2026-27

The 2025-26 season marked an incredible step forward in the rebuild for the San Jose Sharks. The Sharks leapt from 52 points in the standings, which marked them dead last in the NHL in 2024-25, to missing the playoffs by just four points this past season.

Libor Hajek News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 8

San Jose Sharks Sign Libor Hajek

The San Jose Sharks are continuing to add to their organizational depth on defense. According to a team announcement, the Sharks have signed Libor Hajek to a one-year, two-way contract for the 2026-27 campaign.

NHL News / Professor Press Box / July 5

Sharks' Mike Grier Tells Only Half the Truth About Mitch Marner

Mike Grier’s recent comments about Mitch Marner and the pressure of playing in Toronto sound familiar. In fact, far too familiar. He used the Marner example to suggest that Edmonton Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse had experienced the same constricting pressure in Edmonton that Marner experienced in Toronto.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 5

Sharks GM takes shot at Maple Leafs over Mitch Marner

Sharks GM Mike Grier takes shot at Maple Leafs over Mitch Marner

Everyone knows that standing out for a major Canadian NHL franchise comes with added weight and pressure. Not every player can handle it, and that is exactly what San Jose Sharks general manager Mike Grier referred to in recent comments, taking a shot at the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Maple Leafs GM John Chayka open to more 'difference-maker' trades

NHL insider believes Maple Leafs will trade Morgan Rielly

Predators' new acquisition Mavrik Bourque gets six-year deal

Flyers' offer sheet for Leo Carlsson is one of NHL's boldest moves in years

NHL teams are finally realizing offer sheets are a viable strategy

Three captivating NHL unrestricted free agents available on the market

San Jose Sharks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 3

Sharks sign No. 2 overall pick Ivar Stenberg to entry-level contract

The San Jose Sharks announced on Thursday that they have signed winger Ivar Stenberg to a standard entry-level contract. The 18-year-old was chosen with the No.

San Jose Sharks News / Daily Faceoff / July 2

Sharks sign Ivar Stenberg to entry-level contract

What’s the point in waiting? On Thursday, the San Jose Sharks signed 2026 second-overall pick Ivar Stenberg to an entry-level contract. San Jose selected the Swedish winger at the 2026 NHL Entry Draft on June 26.

Jacob Trouba News / NHL Trade Talk / July 1

Jacob Trouba Signs Four-Year Deal With San Jose Sharks

The San Jose Sharks have made another significant addition to their blue line, signing veteran defenseman Jacob Trouba to a four-year contract worth $8.25 million annually, according to NHL insider Elliotte Friedman.

Michael Kesselring News / Field Level Media / June 29

Reports: Sharks sign Michael Kesselring to three-year, $13.5 million contract

The San Jose Sharks signed defenseman Michael Kesselring to a three-year, $13.5 million deal Monday that prevented him from a becoming a restricted free agent and has an average annual value of $4.5 million, according to NHL.com.

San Jose Sharks News / Draft Nation / June 25

2026 NHL Draft Needs: San Jose Sharks

The San Jose Sharks remain one of the NHL's youngest teams, but there is finally a sense of optimism surrounding the franchise. After several difficult seasons near the bottom of the standings, General Manager Mike Grier has assembled one of the league's strongest prospect pools.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 24

Latest moves show Capitals still believe title window is open

Jordan Kyrou, Alex Tuch moves show Capitals still believe title window is open

The Washington Capitals are not messing around this offseason, and they are making it very clear that they still see themselves as Stanley Cup contenders in the very near future.

Capitals deal Connor McMichael, 16th pick to Blues for Jordan Kyrou

Making sense of the NHL trade landscape after a seismic Tuesday

Have the Senators found their replacement for Brady Tkachuk in William Eklund?

The 'Active 40-goal NHL seasons' quiz

San Jose Sharks News / NHL Trade Talk / June 23

Sharks Receiving 'Legitimate Offers' In Competitive Trade Talks Involving Second Overall Pick

The San Jose Sharks are in a position where the second overall pick in the NHL Draft will help them if they use it, but it could also be used in trade talks for a player that might help them much sooner.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 25