The San Jose Sharks made Boston University forward Macklin Celebrini the first overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft on Friday night at The Sphere in Las Vegas.
This was the first time in Sharks franchise history they owned the No. 1 overall pick. They have drafted second overall three times and not since 1997 when they chose Patrick Marleau.
Celebrini, who turned 18 this month, was second in NCAA scoring this past season with 32 goals and third overall with 64 points in 38 games for the Terriers. He won Hockey East Rookie of the Year and Player of the Year.