How Macklin Celebrini's MVP-level season impacts NHL trade deadline for San Jose Sharks originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. The San Jose Sharks, on paper, don't scream playoff team. They've been outscored, and the deeper analytics aren't great, either.

The Red Wings return home after a tough road affair against the Boston Bruins on Tuesday night. After a spirited win over the Carolina Hurricanes less than 24 hours before, Detroit’s offense could not buy a goal against Jeremy Swayman, leading to a 3-0 defeat, marking an end to the team’s four-game win streak.

Leonard pulled the Capitals to within 3-2 at 9:11 of the third period when he deked around Sharks forward Ryan Reaves at the top of the zone, skated down the slot and beat Nedeljkovic with a high snap shot on the glove side. “I just tried to attack the forward and they did a great job of screening the goalie as well,” Leonard said.

A young fan’s clever banner led to a wholesome moment between Mario Ferraro and a young fan during the Red Wings vs Sharks game.

Collin Graf and Pavol Regenda each had a goal and an assist and the San Jose Sharks used a three-goal second period to top the Washington Capitals 3-2.

Misa, 18, played his ninth NHL game of the season on Thursday in the Sharks’ win over the Capitals. Misa played his 10th NHL game on Friday against the Red Wings, burning the first year of his entry-level deal and becoming the Sharks’ 50th contract.

When looking at trade candidates around the NHL, one player who could make sense for the Sharks to take a chance on is Edmonton Oilers forward Andrew Mangiapane.

General Manager Mike Grier announced today that the club has acquired a 2027 fifth-round selection (Chicago’s draft pick) from the Carolina Hurricanes in exchange for defenseman Kyle Masters and San Jose’s 2026 fourth-round selection.