San Jose Sharks sign Macklin Celebrini to record $94 million contract

The San Jose Sharks have signed forward Macklin Celebrini to a five‑year extension worth $94 million, giving him an average annual value of $18.8 million – the highest AAV in NHL history, surpassing Leo Carlsson’s previous record. Celebrini, the league’s top scorer last season with 115 points, will remain under club control through the 2027‑28 season and can test unrestricted free agency in 2032.

Other notable offseason moves include the Pittsburgh Penguins extending center Thomas Novak to a three‑year, $13.95 million deal, and the Sharks adding restricted‑free‑agent winger Collin Grafton on a three‑year, $12.75 million contract. An analysis piece also suggested the Edmonton Oilers consider trading forward Mattias Janmark and prospect Isaac Howard to clear roster space for recent acquisitions.