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Sharks' Macklin Celebrini Needs Contract Extension Soon

Young star Macklin Celebrini is eligible for a contract extension with the San Jose Sharks on July 1, 2026. Celebrini previously signed a three-year, entry-level contract in July of 2024.

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3 Takeaways From the Sharks’ Quiet Trade Deadline

In contrast to the busy trade deadlines of recent seasons, the San Jose Sharks stayed low-key this time around. Their only move at the NHL level was to send defenseman Timothy Liljegren to the Washington Capitals in exchange for a fourth-round draft pick.

Macklin Celebrini News / Larry Brown Sports / March 7

Macklin Celebrini was left stumped by a student’s question about the Sharks

Macklin Celebrini was sent into the deep blue by a student. A student recently asked the San Jose Sharks star forward about the origin of his team’s name, leaving him stumped.

Nolan Allan News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 7

Sharks Recall Nolan Allan

Earlier this season, the Sharks added some extra depth on the back end when they added Nolan Allan from Chicago as part of the trade that saw them take on Laurent Brossoit’s contract. Now, they’ll get a chance to see what Allan can do as the team announced (Twitter link) that the blueliner has been recalled from AHL San Jose.

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The 'NHL active hat trick leaders' quiz

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Timothy Liljegren News / Daily Faceoff / March 6

Capitals acquire Timothy Liljegren from Sharks

The Washington Capitals have reportedly acquired defenseman Timothy Liljegren from the San Jose Sharks. Liljegren, 26, has one goal and 11 points while averaging 20:08 of ice time in 43 games with the Sharks this season.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

San Jose Sharks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 6

Sharks extend journeyman goaltender ahead of NHL trade deadline

Most teams are focused on the NHL Trade Deadline, coming on Friday at 3 p.m. ET. While the San Jose Sharks may be one of those teams looking to make some moves, they have also tended to some other business.

San Jose Sharks News / Breakaway on SI / March 6

Sharks Extend Veteran Goalie

The San Jose Sharks aren't expected to be active in the hours before the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline passes, but that didn't stop the team from making a key move.

Alex Nedeljkovic News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 6

Sharks Sign Alex Nedeljkovic To Two-Year Extension

The San Jose Sharks have signed netminder Alex Nedeljkovic to a two-year, $3MM AAV contract extension, according to a team announcement. Nedeljkovic, who is repped by Richard Evans of Wasserman, was set to become an unrestricted free agent this summer, at the expiration of the two-year, $2.5MM AAV deal he signed in the summer of 2024.

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 5

Young Sharks continue push for playoffs vs. Blues

The San Jose Sharks continue their push to jump into a playoff position when they play host to the St. Louis Blues on Friday. The Sharks sit three points back of the Seattle Kraken for the Western Conference's second wild-card position, with a pair of games in hand.

Michael Misa News / The Hockey Writers / March 5

Sharks’ Michael Misa Finding His Footing in the NHL

The San Jose Sharks have relied on young players to great effect throughout their surprisingly good 2025-26 season, with youth making an impact up and down the lineup.

San Jose Sharks News / NHL Trade Talk / March 4

Sharks Pivot on Trading Kiefer Sherwood, Sign Forward Instead

According to NHL insider Frank Seravalli, the San Jose Sharks have signed forward Kiefer Sherwood to a new contract extension. The deal is for five years at $5.75 million, with a signing bonus for the first four years and trade protection.

Alex Young News / Inside The Rink / March 4

ECHL: Alex Young Named Player of the Week | 02/23-03/01/2026

The ECHL announced that Alex Young of the Atlanta Gladiators has been named the Inglasco ECHL Player of the Week for Feb. 23–March 1, recognizing one of the most productive stretches of his professional career.

NHL News / The Sick Podcast / March 3

The Habs’ California Road Trip Starts Tonight Against the Sharks

The Montreal Canadiens (33-17-9) start their yearly California road trip tonight when they take on the San Jose Sharks (29-25-4) at 10:00 pm ET. Both teams have looked good since returning from the Olympic break.

San Jose Sharks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 3

1 player Sharks must trade before 2026 NHL Trade Deadline

The San Jose Sharks have shown some promise this season. A lot of their successes in 2025-26 have come on the back of Macklin Celebrini. Celebrini is one of the best players in the NHL at this time.