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Macklin Celebrini • C • Sharks

Macklin Celebrini Becomes Sixth Teenager With 100-Point Season

San Jose Sharks center Macklin Celebrini joined an exclusive list of players on Monday night with a three-point effort in a 5-4 win over the St. Louis Blues. He became the sixth teenager in NHL history to record a 100-point season after Sidney Crosby, Wayne Gretzky, Jimmy Carson, Mario Lemieux, and Dale Hawerchuk. Joe Thornton and Erik Karlsson were previously the only Sharks players to reach 100 points in a single season. Celebrini had two goals and one assist against the Blues, all in the first period. He picked up two points with the man advantage. After erupting for five points in two games, Celebrini has 38 goals and 63 assists in 72 outings this season.

21 hours ago

John Klingberg • D • Sharks

John Klingberg to Remain Sidelined Monday

San Jose Sharks defenseman John Klingberg (upper body) is expected to miss a third consecutive game on Monday against the St. Louis Blues, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports. The Swedish veteran is trying to shake off an upper-body injury. He skated on Monday morning, so San Jose could have Klingberg back later this week. In his first year as a Shark, Klingberg has recorded 24 points (10 goals, 14 assists), 79 SOG, 61 blocks, and 46 hits in 54 games. His next opportunity to return will be on Wednesday against the Anaheim Ducks.

Yesterday

Yaroslav Askarov • G • Sharks

Yaroslav Askarov Suffers New Injury Blow

San Jose Sharks goaltender Yaroslav Askarov suffered an upper-body injury in Thursday's 2-1 overtime loss to the St. Louis Blues. The 23-year-old was making his return from a lower-body injury but had to leave the game midway through the second period. Askarov was involved in a collission in the crease and appeared to have hurt his neck. He stopped all 11 SOG he faced. Askarov's replacement, Alex Nedeljkovic, allowed two goals on 12 SOG. If Askarov is forced to miss time again, the Sharks will likely bring back Laurent Brossoit from the minors to serve as Nedeljkovic's backup.

4 days ago

Tyler Toffoli • C • Sharks

Tyler Toffoli a Game-Time Call Thursday

San Jose Sharks winger Tyler Toffoli (lower body) is a game-time decision on Thursday against the St. Louis Blues, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports. The veteran has missed two games due to a lower-body injury. Toffoli has played an important role in the top six and on the power play for the Sharks, amassing 44 points (18 goals, 26 assists) in 67 outings this season. On Thursday, San Jose will face a tough matchup against St. Louis's strong defense, which has allowed two or fewer goals in nine of its last 11 games.

5 days ago

Igor Chernyshov • LW • Sharks

Igor Chernyshov Returns to Sharks Lineup

San Jose Sharks winger Igor Chernyshov (concussion) will suit up on Tuesday against the Nashville Predators, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports. The 20-year-old has missed four games due to a concussion. Chernyshov was red-hot in his first few career appearances and has totaled 11 points (three goals, eight assists) in 16 games. On Tuesday, he will get a great chance to break his recent offensive slump, as Sharks head coach Ryan Warsofsky has decided to pair Chernyshov with Macklin Celebrini and Will Smith on the first line. He will also skate on the second power-play unit.

7 days ago

Tyler Toffoli • C • Sharks

Tyler Toffoli Questionable for Road Trip

San Jose Sharks winger Tyler Toffoli (lower body) is questionable for the team's upcoming three-game road trip, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports. The veteran forward suffered a lower-body injury in Thursday's loss to Buffalo and wasn't in the lineup on Saturday against Philadelphia. It looks like it might not remain his only absence. Philipp Kurashev entered the lineup on Saturday, joining Macklin Celebraini and Will Smith on the first line. The Swiss forward will have additional fantasy value as long as he sticks with San Jose's two young stars.

Mar 21

Tyler Toffoli • C • Sharks

Tyler Toffoli Won't Play Saturday

San Jose Sharks winger Tyler Toffoli (lower body) won't suit up on Saturday against the Philadelphia Flyers. He has been ruled out after suffering a lower-body injury in Thursday's loss to Buffalo. Toffoli is a big loss for the Sharks, as he's the team's third-highest scorer. Across 67 games, Toffoli has tallied 18 goals and 26 assists. Toffoli's absence will force Sharks head coach Ryan Warsofsky to reshuffle his top line and first power-play unit. Philipp Kurashev looks likely to re-enter the lineup after being a healthy scratch for the last two games. On a scoring line, Kurashev could have a fantasy impact, totaling 20 points (seven goals, 13 assists) in 41 outings this term.

Mar 20

Tyler Toffoli • C • Sharks

Tyler Toffoli Suffers Lower-Body Injury in Thursday's Loss

San Jose Sharks winger Tyler Toffoli sustained a lower-body injury in Thursday's 5-0 loss to the Buffalo Sabres, Max Miller of NHL.com reports. He took only five shifts in the game, logging 3:41 of ice time. Toffoli has been ever-present in the Sharks' lineup this season and must shake off his injury by Saturday to avoid missing his first game of the season. The veteran forward is on pace for a second consecutive 50-point season, amassing 18 goals and 26 assists in 67 games. Philipp Kurashev and Ryan Reaves are the options to step in for Toffoli if he has to miss time.

Mar 20

Yaroslav Askarov • G • Sharks

Yaroslav Askarov Still Out Thursday

San Jose Sharks goaltender Yaroslav Askarov (lower body) will remain sidelined on Thursday night against the Buffalo Sabres. He continues to deal with a lower-body injury, missing a fifth consecutive game. The 23-year-old has posted a 19-17-3 record in 40 starts this season, allowing 3.57 goals with a .886 save percentage. Eight of his 19 wins came in November. Due to Askarov's absence, Alex Nedeljkovic is poised to make another start on Thursday night. After winning back-to-back games, Nedeljkovic had a tough night on Tuesday against Edmonton, losing 5-3. He faces another difficult matchup on Thursday against a Sabres team that has just posted a new franchise record with an 11-game road point streak, winning 10 times during that stretch.

Mar 19

Alexander Wennberg • C • Sharks

Alexander Wennberg Without Timeline for Return

San Jose Sharks center Alexander Wennberg (upper body) doesn't have a return timeline, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports. The Swedish veteran sustained an upper-body injury in Saturday's win over Montreal and didn't play on Sunday night against Ottawa. Wennberg is having the second-best season of his 12-year NHL career, posting 43 points (13 goals, 30 assists) in 64 games. Philipp Kurashev took over as the third-line center on Sunday. Although Kurashev finished scoreless in a high-scoring 7-4 loss, he is quite productive when given the chance to play. The Swiss forward has landed on the score sheet in five of his last nine appearances.

Mar 16

Igor Chernyshov • LW • Sharks

Igor Chernyshov Exits Early Due to Injury Saturday

San Jose Sharks winger Igor Chernyshov (upper body) was limited to 28 seconds of ice time in Saturday's 4-2 win over the Montreal Canadiens. He was injured after a high hit from Canadiens defenseman Mike Matheson. The 20-year-old Russian rookie fell hard and struggled to get up. He needed assistance to leave the ice and was taken to the hospital. Chernyshov has made a positive impression in his first 16 career games, recording three goals and eight assists. He is traveling with the team for Sunday's matchup with the Ottawa Senators, but it seems likely that Chernyshov will sit out the game. Philipp Kurashev and Ryan Reaves are the candidates to replace him in the lineup.

Mar 15

Macklin Celebrini • C • Sharks

Macklin Celebrini Continues to Dominate With Three Points

San Jose Sharks center Macklin Celebrini scored twice and added an assist in a 4-2 road victory over the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday. The 19-year-old continues to show why he is already one of the best players in the world, as he now has 35 goals and 94 points in 64 games in just his second NHL season. Celebrini may be the favorite to win the Hart Memorial trophy this year, as he has the Sharks exceeding expectations and competing for a playoff spot.

Mar 14

Michael Misa • C • Sharks

Michael Misa Delivers Multi-Point Performance on Thursday

San Jose Sharks center Michael Misa had a goal and an assist in a 4-2 victory over the Boston Bruins on Thursday. He got the scoring started six minutes into the game and then assisted on William Eklund's goal in the third period. The second overall pick from the 2025 draft got off to a slow start this season, but now he has picked it up and has 15 points in 26 games so far. He has a bright future ahead of him.

Mar 12

William Eklund • LW • Sharks

William Eklund Questionable to Play Thursday

San Jose Sharks winger William Eklund (lower body) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Boston Bruins, Max Miller of NHL.com reports. The talented forward has a lower-body injury and didn't practice on Wednesday. Eklund has been the fifth-highest scoring Shark this season, posting 38 points (11 goals, 27 assists) in 58 games. However, he also carries a team-worst minus-26 rating, showing the 23-year-old has struggled during even-strength situations. Eklund's health issues could allow Pavol Regenda to rejoin the lineup. Regenda has scored eight goals in 18 appearances this season but has been used very sparingly in recent weeks.

Mar 12

Ryan Reaves • RW • Sharks

Sharks Activate Ryan Reaves From Injured Reserve

San Jose Sharks right wing Ryan Reaves (upper body) was activated from Injured Reserve on Monday. The enforcer will be available for Thursday's matchup against the Calgary Flames. Reaves sustained an upper-body injury prior to the Olympic break but missed only one contest. In 46 outings this season, Reaves has contributed three goals while amassing 32 penalty minutes and 142 hits. He is tied for 29th in the league with 3.1 hits per game.

Feb 23

Macklin Celebrini • C • Sharks

Macklin Celebrini Pots Another Goal Friday

San Jose Sharks center Macklin Celebrini made it two goals in two games at the Olympics on Friday, helping Team Canada to a 5-1 victory over Switzerland. Celebrini potted Canada's third goal early in the second period to make it 3-1, becoming only the third teenager to score in consecutive games in an Olympic tournament featuring NHL players. It's not easy to stand out on a stacked Canada squad, but Celebrini has been one of the leading players on the team. Across the first two games, he has recorded two goals, one assist, six shots, and a plus-four rating.

Feb 13

Kiefer Sherwood • LW • Sharks

Kiefer Sherwood Set for Sharks Debut on First Line

San Jose Sharks winger Kiefer Sherwood (upper body) will make his team debut on Wednesday night against the Colorado Avalanche. It has been a couple of weeks since the Sharks acquired Sherwood from the Vancouver Canucks, but he hasn't played yet due to an upper-body injury. The 30-year-old has a good chance to make a positive first impression, as the Sharks will use Sherwood on the first line with scoring machine Macklin Celebrini and in-form Will Smith. He is also expected to join the second power-play unit. Sherwood has managed 17 goals and 23 points in 44 outings this season, collecting 10 points (six goals, four assists) on the power play.

Feb 4

Philipp Kurashev • C • Sharks

Philipp Kurashev Joins Sharks for Road Trip

San Jose Sharks forward Philipp Kurashev (upper body) will join the team for its upcoming five-game road trip, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports. He is expected to return to action at the end of the trip. Kurashev has missed 17 games due to an upper-body injury. The forward did a good job for the Sharks earlier in the campaign, posting 15 points (six goals, nine assists) in 31 games. Once healthy, Kurashev will compete for a middle-six role. Recently acquired Kiefer Sherwood (upper body) is also on track to join the lineup during the upcoming road trip.

Jan 25

Kiefer Sherwood • LW • Sharks

Sharks Pick Up Kiefer Sherwood From Canucks

Winger Kiefer Sherwood (undisclosed) was dealt from the Vancouver Canucks to the San Jose Sharks on Monday. Vancouver made a deal for a couple of second-round draft picks and minor league defenseman Cole Clayton. Sherwood is in the second season of a two-year, $3 million contract and has had a decent campaign. The 30-year-old has scored 17 goals and 23 points in 44 outings. Sherwood will also add a lot of muscle to the Sharks' lineup, as he ranks second in the NHL with 210 hits. Currently, Sherwood is nursing an undisclosed injury, and it's unclear whether he will play before the Olympic break. Still, Sherwood looks like a good pickup by the Sharks, who hope to end a six-game postseason drought in 2026.

Jan 19

Will Smith • C • Sharks

Will Smith Returns Against Red Wings

San Jose Sharks forward Will Smith (upper body) will return from a 13-game absence on Friday night against the Detroit Red Wings. The talented sophomore has been cleared to return from an upper-body injury. Smith is projected to join Macklin Celebrini and Igor Chernyshov on the first line. He is also expected to fill a spot on the second power-play unit. In 2025-26, Smith has scored nearly a point per game, racking up 12 goals and 17 assists in 33 appearances. Prior to his injury, Smith went back-to-back appearances without recording a point, but he has yet to experience a three-game scoreless streak this season.

Jan 16

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