When You’re The NHL’s Next ‘Superstar’

[@Ghostcharm]

as a life long sharks fan man... what this guy means for our franchise is beyond words. no matter how he pans out as an individual player - the hope he has brought the shark tank is just insane. this team is fun to watch for the first time since 2019, and seeing those flashes of utter dominance from an 18 year old has buttered my biscuits to say the least (congrats on almost 200k bro thats huge)

[@trestongoodwin6059]

Facts. I haven't felt this excided to watch a game in a long time. The whole team seems motivated for this kid too which is great to see. His first goal against the kings and the way the boys swarmed him was amazing to see

[@carparthero]

i don't know why other people around the way shit on the SJS fans for not going to games because the team has been bad for a few years. SJS from 1998-2019 missed the p-off's 2x. i believe the bay area is a solid hockey market and the fans will return when the team is competitive.

[@seawolfe683]

As a flyers guy I think Mac and Mitch are going to be running this league for a long time. Wish you guys were in the east because it would be interesting to see them head to head more

[@ianhall6614]

A funny side note, by complete random chance the first 3-4 Sharks games I saw in person were all against the Flyers over the course of a few years. Always thought that was funny

[@GARBAGE_DAYY]

@@carparthero The Sharks have one of the strongest warm weather fanbases and they’ll definitely show up when the team is good again. People who hate on SJ’s attendance simply haven’t seen how pathetic the team has been for the last 3-4 years. There are “fun” bad teams who can score and fight but have no defense, and then there are BAD bad teams that have no skill, no grit, and provide zero entertainment value. The Sharks were like, 2 levels beyond “BAD bad” until this season. No one would show up to watch those teams traditional market or not.

[@JUMPpablo]

6:13 No-look drink of water. He keeps his head up so much, he doesn't even look at the bottle. What a stud.

[@malcolmapplet4313]

I have to admit I was skeptical. But now? I'm sold.

[@TylrVncnt]

LOLL best comment

[@hockeypsychology]

Missed that. Kids unreal

[@kingkenzo]

Elite level glaze

[@hockeyken10]

200 quart player

[@TheListening922]

He seems to have a solid foundation for the game that will only get better as he gets older. Absolutely freaky

[@TheDiesel408]

DONT DISS ME CELEBRINI😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡😡GRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR

[@Spugedelia77]

Mikael Granlund is such a good mentor for him.

[@potatonator-w8w]

Granlunds pretty underatted

[@RHTVplushmovies]

@@potatonator-w8wwish he could’ve played like this for the pens

[@potatonator-w8w]

@@RHTVplushmovies yay thats sad 21 gp and 5 points is not it. im Glad to see him doing good in SJ

[@SOSBenji]

i heard he's living with joe thornton

[@hoskins666]

they can be minus players together

[@fellspoint9364]

I’ve never seen a player skate so heads up with the puck. Phenomenal vision.

[@noahbrown6961]

Mcdavid? But I get your point

[@JohnShields-xx1yk]

His anticipation is next level, that's why he's a major part of the team at only 18 yrs old, if he was on the jets or canes he'd be even more explosive. Very high hockey IQ. He's got it all.

[@Moose2077]

okay but hes not? thats like saying Bedard would be so much better if he was on the Rangers or the Panthers...like yeah they have better players lol, thats thy these guys were drafted where they were...

[@notNajimi]

@@Moose2077he’s not what, a large part of the team?

[@Moose2077]

@@notNajimi he’s not in Winnipeg or Carolina…saying he would be better if he played on a better team is the dumbest argument

[@Lebowski55]

He is the best player on the team.

[@FelixLanzalaco]

and he can skate

[@rileyjso]

As a sharks fan, thanks for making this. Mac is unreal and hes really given us hope that there’s light in a post Thornton - couture team

[@RichardTavilla]

Happy for ya

[@infinity-vm4ul]

Points are only half the picture here. He’s passing the eye test with flying colors with amazing passes, defensive plays, and always being a step ahead.

[@Juuhjooh]

Ive been following Grandlund for many years, watching him with this kid is the best ive seen of him.

[@ryno7437]

They normally center different lines but are dynamic as anyone when together

[@juantimer]

actually they have not looked all that great together, they are both play drivers so they kind of can get in each others' way

[@stevenbaer9061]

The laser goal coming down the left wing vs the Kings is scary good

[@CalebKimont]

I think that we need more hockey fans watching videos like this. I’m sure people would love to watch entertaining and fascinating breakdowns that you make. Keep up the good work!

[@stevenbaer9061]

Great job whoever put these clips together and showing the 'little' things Celebrini does, by the way those 'little' things are not so little at all. It is so easy to just look at the goals but the 'intangibles' shown in this video show a level of maturity and understanding of the game that is very impressive for an 18 year old.

[@maekoh]

It's extremely impressive to see how good his 2 way game is already, despite it being his rookie year and only being 18 years old. He's not an extremely flashy player, and has found such a good balance between individual skill & hockey IQ, which is pretty damn impressive for his age. And with time he's only gonna get better and better. For yall sharks fans, you have an unbelievable franchise player, I just pray that your organization doesn't fuck it up.

[@classic.cameras]

Macklin Celebrini is the most Scottish and Italian name I have ever heard of.

[@andregonzales04]

😂

[@HawksDiesel]

cool

[@TheLsp2011]

He legit reminds me of a young Crosby

[@xeterh]

Watching Celebrini so far makes the 2023 Sharks experience beyond worth it. Mack, Smith, and all of our young guys are playing fun to watch hockey

[@WarioSaysSo]

Will Smith and Macklin Celebrini really gives you hope for the future of the San Jose Sharks! I will admit I had no belief Celebrini would be THIS good out the gate in the NHL. He keeps this up and he for sure is a Calder Trophy winner.

[@MbisonBalrog]

Next Couture/pavelski

[@Ultramraz]

Michkov>Celebrini. Calder in Phily

[@penguindathird]

When did will smith start playing hockey??😂

[@michaelmarowelli6598]

@@Ultramrazwrong

[@boodaviking2736]

Nah lol ​@@Ultramraz

[@juantimer]

As a longtime Sharks fan I have never seen one of our players win so many puck battles so consistently. MAYBE prime Thornton, who did it with his size and skill, he imposed his will by force. Macklin is doing it with smarts and super sharp skills. His body positioning is so good, it is mindblowing. How he gets leverage in every situation possible *chef's kiss*

[@Falkenroth1]

Been watching San Jose Sharks since the Coyotes left Arizona. Cellibrini is looking really good and fun to watch.

[@JUMPpablo]

Welcome home, Desert Dog.

[@dylangallon1115]

You have an incredible mind for hockey they gotta get you on Sportsnet

[@russell-di8js]

That's a bit rough on the kid, a bit like sending Bedard to the Blackhawks!!

[@RLSteffler]

Careful what you wish for! He deserves a big job of course though

[@tsaageotrimm]

no thanks! We want HP to stay independent and on youtube!

[@steelcarrot]

garbage sportsnet doesn't deserve him

[@Zyppix]

More money in KZbin.

[@xogenius2619]

I’d love to see a video of you going over all the primary Calder candidates and what they do that’s so special!

[@w_avves]

Almost 200k! Grats man, well deserved. Thanks for the breakdowns

[@aronpanikian1371]

Awesome video. The off the puck analysis is so good.

[@kyulightning5178]

Love this kid’s game and can’t wait to see his progression as a future NHL star.

[@devipaduka]

I watched this vid 3-4 times in a row, tons of fun to see his talent and thanks for this breakdown! Frig, he's still a growing boy!

[@Tarpondss]

I just love how happy he looks to play the game. Every time he scores hes smiling so hard, its nice to see.

[@yeetmcyeetalot5979]

He reminds of McDavid and Draisaitl in some ways, he’ll initiate contact and be aggressive on the forecheck but then pull out insane dekes and rush into the offensive zone. And he’s still (somehow) playing great defensively.

[@SyedRehmathullah]

I definitely see similarities with McDavid.

[@duaneday5474]

those guys could learn a thing or two when it comes to Celebrini's 2-way game

[@Lebowski55]

I saw Mack play with the Chicago Steel as a 16 year old. This isn't surprising how good he his. He reminded me of a young faster, smaller Jonathan Toews then and he is showing that now.

[@flare2000x]

He's already looking scary. I watched the Sens Sharks game the other day and whenever he was on the ice it was noticable. Heck of a player.

[@blakebarrette9568]

Picked this dude up in the last round of my fantasy draft and couldn’t be happier, wishing him the best

[@ponyboy9765]

Love your channel man, thanks for the Sharks love! I think this was exactly the type of player we needed. He’s already incredibly well rounded for an 18 year old. If sharks get another top three pick this year they could be setting themselves up for years of success.

[@TheCanadianWifier]

incredible breakdown, one of the best in hockey at highlighting little plays and bringing a better understanding of the game.

[@TylrVncnt]

He made this crazy game-saving play vs the blues diving on the ice to poke check and prevent a Blues empty net goal. He went on to win what felt like a million faceoffs with Sharks goalie pulled and they got the tying goal. Crazy

[@ronhyde]

Just found this site and will subscribe instantly. Been a dead few years for the Sharks but the future is bright and is worth following.

[@AzFYouTube]

He’s the best thing we have had since that incredibly fun but volatile 2019 season. He is seemingly everywhere but remains so calm, which is rare for a rookie. Definitely has met and even surpassed expectations, and by extension the team as a whole is playing leagues better than the last few years.

[@maestro22]

Love your content, cerebral hockey, with physical positioning and postures to bring a full understanding of hockey players point of view... Impressive

[@schof1262]

The hockey iq and understanding of the game is scary for someone his age, the points will come with better line mates and natural development, what a gem

[@johnoster4098]

It brings me to tears seeing a glimmer of hope for the Sharks. Haven't felt this optimistic for a player since Hertl's 4 goal showcase in his rookie year. Hopefully no one (intentionally) blows his knee out.

[@mitchellness9920]

As a life long Sharks fan since the team was created and growing up in San Jose. Celebrini will be the best player they have ever had. Grier and management are doing an outstanding job putting a team together with Celebrini as the foundation piece. This team is on the rise to being a contender they are so young with a ton of talent. Smith is another name you will be hearing about on the Sharks only 19yrs. This is the most excited I have been as a Sharks fan in a very long time.

[@sejhnly]

Celebrini is to the Sharks what Bedard is to Chicago or McDavid to Edmonton. Excited to see him grow. But I do wanna shout out Zetterlund and Eklund. Two relatively young and very talented players. Zetterlund is a +8 on the Sharks and had 19pts in 26 games and Eklund has 22 pts in 25 games. Excited for the future of this team to be honest!

[@bradgavel9991]

No one talks about Eklund...he was literally the only ray of sunshine on a abysmal team last year. He's continuing his strong play this year, and yet everyone talks about Smith and Celebrini constantly while very few fans are mentioning Eklund at all. I get that last year wants to be forgotten, but the kid looked good on a team that looked bad.

[@spooky.tattooer]

I agree. Eklund is looking really good this year too. I think having more young guys on the team is really helping him relax and have fun out there. It's really exciting to see the future core of this team develop. Can't wait for Musty and Dickinson!

[@sheabrockhoff2279]

Honestly, he looks a lot more comfortable with the pace of game and puck battling than bedard did last year or this year.

[@GARBAGE_DAYY]

He’s bigger than Bedard and is better at protecting himself with the puck. He hasn’t gotten lit up yet like Bedard did a lot last season.

[@ianhall6614]

I’m still waiting on teams to really start key on him. Thankfully Granlund and Zetterlund can drive the offense so if Celebrini gets shut down we still have play drivers. Doesn’t hurt that we got some bottom 6 bruisers to protect the kids as well.

[@poejavelski148]

I might be biased, but I see way more potential with Celebrini than Bedard.

[@de132]

​@@poejavelski148Bedard has a lot of potential. He's like a smarter, more determined version of Pavel Bure. I think he can be the best goalscorer in the NHL. While I think Celebrini caps out as a John Tavares tier player, which is fantastic for San Jose (who has a deep prospect pool). I respectfully disagree

[@poejavelski148]

@@de132 Am I missing something, or is Bedard really not that fast and explosive? Bure was literally nicknamed the Russian rocket.

[@teeem1650]

A great player that also helps Jumbo's kids with their homework 😂😂

[@D_TedHitchcock]

I watched him play as a 15 year old at Shattuck St Mary's lead the team in scoring! Then after he set the goal record in the USHL with 17 games left I knew he'd be a first overall pick and told everyone that would listen. If he stays healthy he's the next Crosby IMO. Been saying that for over a year now as well

[@D_TedHitchcock]

That Shattuck team was their best team and lost in high school national championship

[@AdrianWan]

So cool to see the #1 pick featuring skills that aren’t as flashy maybe as bedard’s, which makes this breakdown even more valuable! Gained a new appreciation for the game today

[@S1mpleThings]

I never get the chance to watch west coast games especially their division. Really cool to see that he’s this fundamental of a player at his young age. Great video as always

[@camc9225]

This is such a great channel. Love your analysis

[@mathieuferlandkozicz1335]

It’s too bad he didn’t play for Seattle; playing in the mem cup at 16 would have opened the media’s eyes to how unbelievable he is. The first time I saw him play live at u18 I almost couldn’t believe what I was seeing, it was like watching a player with MacKinnon’s pace and strength in transition combined with ability to win stick level battles of an elite selke forward. Unreal player and the sky is the limit

[@gargantuangoose24]

This kid is what we want Bedard to be

[@greyklopstock7155]

I admittedly don't know jack about hockey. But from all the hype and his connection to the warriors, I've actually watched some sharks for the first time since they came back down 3-1 in the playoffs a few years ago! Macklin seems to be the chosen one as advertised, which is awesome for bay area sports and I'm certain everyone here is gonna quickly learn the name Macklin celebrini

[@markbenn1907]

Every player should watch this video. Great job at noticing all these tiny details that make good player great (or bad players like me a little less bad)

[@marchandtherat]

the kids one of the smartest youngsters ive ever seen, dude has an incredible amount of talent that he continues to unleash

[@Raebotic]

3rd line Centre for Four Nations!!! Let's Go!!!!! Give the kid some experience while it doesn't really matter. He's going to be an integral part of Team Canada for many years to come.

[@danwiththe8647]

Long time sharks fan from Australia, He's so exciting to see on the ice, but I see the drive in so many of the current line up! I just wish the best for all the boys, we bleed Teal

[@VivecsTDawg]

This was one thing Landeskog was great at and was a big part to win the cup. There are few players that can do this but is more valuable than a 30 goal scorer. All cup winning teams had someone like this on the team. Landeskog, Datsyuk, Teows etc. My point is, he has potential to be cup material.

[@jaysparks9774]

Congratulations on 200k subs man! Keep up the great work!

[@PeachRap]

I can feel the million coming, keep up the great stuff!!

[@jinnij.caiman]

I’m excited about our future, I’m not expecting anything for the next few years, too much pressure can cause burn outs. But I feel like people saying he’s not a generational player aren’t really watching him. Maybe he’s not and that’s fine too. I’m just so excited as a long time sharks fan. The prospect pool looks great and cele and smith have been doing well.

[@shhhhsecrethaha]

Last time I've seen a player like this was Crosby in 06

[@CP4Z167]

Whenever he carries the puck, his lateral movement and puck handling reminds me of McDavid

[@frankpaparo39]

The difference between Bedard going to Chicago and celebrini going to the sharks is, Chicago does not have a lot of building blocks for the future and Bedard is going to have to suffer for a couple years before they see their fruits from the draft into fruition, the sharks drafted Macklin to a team that traded for a top goal you prospect and already had tremendous prospect depth, even after this draft. Don’t get me wrong this sharks team needs a year or two more of solid drafting before they can see notable improvement, but Chicago is most definitely behind and needs to hit on more picks

[@Coles900gbutter]

this kid is awesome. as a bruins fan makes me miss bergeron.

[@chady7009]

Keeping it simple, and solid well executed fundamentals. Nothing I've seen of Celebrini is like some super jaw dropping skills or physicality, just solid hockey iq and great timing. Bedard seems to be struggling due to his flashy skills not translating as well to the league.

[@ralphj4297]

He was almost ppg last season. He's in a slump along with the team being bad.

[@gabrielseaborn257]

@@ralphj4297 yeah Chi is giving off Buffalo from a few years ago vibes

[@Andy-gw9wp]

I love these weekly videos man

[@2fastGEO]

Celebrini is playing NHL 25 Be a Pro Career in real life😂 this guy is going to get rookie of the year for sure💯

[@calook1334]

Seeing a deadly 18-year old two way power forward is horrifying. Just imagine what this kid can do once he has a few years and has more grit

[@justforfun927]

Barkov might finally have an equal with puck awareness and hockey IQ.

[@jeffML3926]

A little early for that 😅

[@TheKingOfPuppets747]

No

[@alexc4012]

It's kind of sad that there are pretty much no remaining players from the 2016 finals run left on the team (other than Couture who pretty much looks out indefinitely). This new young core of Eklund, Smith, Celebrini and Askarov is so exciting though and can't wait to see what the Sharks do with this in the future.

[@miniasus8599]

Not a Sharks fan... I'm on the East coast. Celebrini doesn't get much attention here... I hope he stays healthy and continues to develop. He is smart and his skating is effortless, and he will only get smarter, stronger and faster. He will also hone skills moving forward... Sharks fans are lucky to see him develop every game.

[@WillieMcDuffle]

Excellent breakdown as always!

[@Ken_0912]

Congrats on 200k My man keep up the grind

[@SyedRehmathullah]

No doubt that the kid is the real deal. As the video demonstrates, his hockey IQ and poise are phenomenal for somebody that is just 18 years of age. Another thing to note is the great chemistry he has with his linemates. Actually the Sharks have great team chemistry and may surprise many this year. I'm enjoying watching from afar.

[@doubledouble4g379]

An intriguing Calder battle - a two-way forward and a goalie are the favorites.

[@matt-dp1kf]

Matvei Michkov.

[@barnsey1607]

​@@matt-dp1kfMichkov is 1½ years older than Celebrini, so he has that against him. That, and Michkov is not really dominating in any real areas, just maintaining a 0.85 points per game production. If they are close by year's end, Michkov is automatically handicapped cause he's much older.

[@matt-dp1kf]

@ There is a reason why the oddsmakers have Michkov slated to take the Calder. Of course anything can happen, but the expectation is that Michkov will prevail.

[@adambanas4014]

@@matt-dp1kfit is not lmao. The guy has been a healthy scratch multiple times and is nearly tied in points with the 200’ player that missed a dozen games. No contest.

[@a7sinatra385]

Are we going to get a Bedard vs Celebrini rivalry the same way the media portrayed Crosby vs Ovechkin?

[@Gmanxxx1214]

Celebrate Celebrini! This kid is gonna be very successful!

[@Deography]

Great break down 👍

[@sirfrostysnow6913]

He plays like Jack eichel, quick to close, sneaky with the stick, and goes 0-100 in two strides

[@JH22533]

Dude has incredible skill. Imagine what he could do on a "not-sharks" team lol

[@ace2585]

Would love to see Celebrini vs Bedard video...perhaps comparing/ analyzing their rookie seasons

[@bread5512]

One plays a 200 ft game, the other plays a 64 ft game… bedard needs a bit more development which is wild just thinking that but being a bit undersized is tough when you play with men.

[@GARBAGE_DAYY]

Celebrini is better

[@keenanfrance4003]

The amount of young talent on this team is scary. They seem to have found a great mix of it with a couple sneaky vets like Granlund and Toffoli. There is another team with a young superstar in chicago that should takes notes...

[@dimt2615]

I feel like Bedard was probably overhyped and the pressure mightve been too much for him. Celebrini is in my opinionbetter but they havent hyped him as much. This will be better for him overall.

[@Bray_kel]

Great video as always. I wonder what u have to say about Mitchkov…? 👀

[@carparthero]

i think celebrini is going to be a more well-rounded complete player than bedard. a true 200-ft center. mack's already got some height and weight over bedard and he's still got some years to grow and fill out. exciting future ahead for SJS and their fans.

[@philcarlson5313]

Nah

[@sethking4311]

Once Bedard gets better at playing a full 200ft game and learning to adapt to the nhl he will be a superstar but Celebrini will also be superstar they are two different players that will have different careers, both with success

[@barnsey1607]

​@@philcarlson5313He already is lol

[@captrex7153]

How are you not on Sportsnet yet, bud? Unreal vid as always.

[@ParamoreFAV3]

Have to make another sport comparison here; this is like Paul Skenes making his debut and overall dominance for the Pirates

[@mattmorris419]

Celebrini is crazy good, i hope the Sharks do right by him in the coming years

[@themanhands5599]

Not so much the points, it's the GOALS. 6 in 12 games. That's 40-goal scoring pace, and that's not just statistical fluke, he looks like that kind of talent even now. I can't wait for the Bedard vs Celebrini future ahead of us (please stay healthy, please stay healthy...).

[@de132]

I had very high expectations for Celebrini, and he's outpaced it. I'm incrdibly impressed by his vision. Whenever he's on the ice, he does something notable. Pre-draft, I compared him to Tavares so I'm glad he's neck and neck with Tavares in puck battles won 😂

[@justinratcliff7766]

The Sharks have been too quiet for too long. Good to see some bright spots for that fan base.

[@kennybegeske8824]

He's The Real Deal For San Jose Sharks

[@petermills-c1h]

No matter which team a player goes to, it is great for the league and the game to see this kind of talented rookie entering the league. Hockey fans will see them develop into regular highlight reel subjects.

[@so-gshock]

I bet he handled the puck blind folded when he was a kid. Some real Mr. Miyagi type of ish 😂

[@igaroot]

My son and I really enjoyed your video. thx! would be neat to see you break down wayne at stages of his career or overall. be well

[@igaroot]

the only thing that is understated is his superior skating / positioning virtuosity. footwork gets so overlooked in all sports

[@lizardjesus3060]

Would be really cool to see the sharks win their first cup !

[@racasm]

If they put a good team around him and get good management they will, or he will end up like mcdavid playing on a first round exit team without him.

[@EverestMueller-d2h]

Love your videos and breakdown. Im a Cali based Kings fan, could you do one on the "Silent Killers" and why they are performing so well?

[@tyraelhermosa]

damn, homie. Great breakdown.

[@kayatoya]

All the best to this kid. The upcoming Jokic of hockey :D

[@johnc3351]

the 2-way stat is my favorite stat

[@vmi4172]

He reminds me of Kopitar.

[@oldhab7890]

Thanks for this video. I don't follow the Sharks and only know Celebrini by his stats line. Just a question if he turns out to be a Barkov rather than a Matthews are Sharks' fans going to be satisfied with him? I don't know the fans base expectations.

[@TylrVncnt]

I don’t think we can put a ceiling on him, as a Sharks fan I want the elite 200 ft player (Matthew’s has an underrated D game too)