SAN JOSE – Macklin Celebrini delivered a remarkable performance Wednesday night, scoring the tying goal late in the third period and assisting on the game-winner with just 21 seconds remaining, leading the San Jose Sharks to a thrilling 4-3 comeback victory over the Anaheim Ducks at SAP Center.

Dramatic Third Period

The Sharks faced adversity in the third period, falling behind after a go-ahead goal by Ducks forward Troy Terry at the 15:56 mark. Terry capitalized on a turnover by Sharks defenseman Dmitry Orlov, scoring his 18th goal of the season on a rebound after his initial shot was saved by Yaroslav Askarov.

Celebrini's Clutch Performance

Celebrini ignited the Sharks’ comeback, scoring an even-strength goal just 27 seconds into the third period to tie the game 2-2. He then secured the win with a goal at 1:39 of the third, followed by a crucial assist to Alex Wennberg for the game-winning goal.

Game Recap

Smith opened the scoring with a first-period power-play goal, assisted by Celebrini. The Ducks responded with goals from Ryan Poehling late in the first period and Alex Killorn in the second. Askarov made 22 saves in the win.

Celebrini's Historic Season

Celebrini continues to have a standout rookie season, now having a hand in 46.9% of the Sharks’ 224 goals in 73 games. This is the highest goal share for a teenager in NHL history, surpassing Wayne Gretzky’s 45.5% from the 1979-80 season.

Sharks Lineup Changes & Upcoming Schedule

The Sharks were without rookie winger Igor Chernyshov due to illness. Collin Graf stepped into the top line alongside Celebrini and Smith, while Ty Dellandrea returned to the lineup after missing nearly three months with a torn right posterior cruciate ligament.

The Sharks are seeking their third consecutive win and entered Wednesday’s game in 11th place in the Western Conference with 75 points. They will continue their six-game homestand against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Thursday, followed by games against the Nashville Predators, Chicago Blackhawks, and Edmonton Oilers.