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Macklin Celebrini's stunning second season led to another honor as he was named one of the youngest captains in NHL history.
\n\nThe San Jose Sharks released a video on Friday, Sept. 25, showing Hall of Famer and former Sharks captain Joe Thornton handing Celebrini a jersey with the "C."
\n\nCelebrini replaces Logan Couture (2019-25) and becomes the 11th full-time captain in franchise history. San Jose went without a captain last season.
\n\n"Your hard work, the way you lead our group, we just watched you in training camp going double shifts there," Sharks general manager Mike Grier told Celebrini in the video. "You're pushing the group, so this is a well-deserved honor."
\n\nCelebrini's promotion at 20 years, 104 days old is a logical progression for the 2024 No. 1 overall pick who's entering his third NHL season.
\n\nThe 2024 Hobey Baker Award winner as college hockey's top men's player is noted for his maturity and has put up big numbers on the ice. Following a 63-point rookie season, he broke San Jose's franchise record for single-season scoring last season with 115 points. The Sharks improved by 34 points and missed the playoffs by four points.
\n\nCelebrini was a finalist for the…
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