While Celebrini was initially listed as day-to-day after being placed on injured reserve with a lower-body injury, Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli suggested on Friday that the Sharks will hold off on his return to prioritize his long-term health.

Count Chicago Blackhawks center Connor Bedard as being among those impressed with the NHL debut of San Jose Sharks rookie Macklin Celebrini last week. Celebrini, the top pick in this year’s NHL draft,

Macklin Celebrini didn’t take long to make an impact for the San Jose Sharks. The 18-year-old rookie scored San Jose’s first goal of the season and added an assist in his first period as a pro against the St.