Celebrini's Sharks Surge, Hunting Playoff Spot

0:00The latest scores, headlines and storylines, right here on NHL News today. Subscribe and stay game ready. McLean's Celebrini is back in Boston, but not as a Boston University Terrier. The 19-year-old center now stars for the San Jose Sharks, nearly two years after leaving college hockey. He's racked up 90 points with 33 goals and 57 assists in 62 games this season, putting him in the mix for the heart. Trophy as the league's most valuable player, the sharks have surprised everyone with a strong push for the playoffs. They sit at 66 points, just one behind Seattle, for the second wildcard spot in the Western Conference, and they hold a game in hand. Last season, they had the fewest points in the league, but now their 30 wins into the year with 20 games left. Celebrini recently helped team Canada earn silver at the Olympic Winter Games in the Lano Cortina, scoring a tournament high five goals in six games. Playing alongside stars like Conor McDavid and Nathan McKinnon,

1:00taught him patience in a winning mindset, which he's brought back to boost his. Teams consistency and defensive play. Team mates and coaches see Celebrini's growth as key to their grind. Forward, Will Smith wants to snap Boston's 13-game home win streak when they face the bruise tonight at 7pm Eastern time. Coach Ryan Worsoski says no one expected this fight in March, but it's building the group through shared effort. Even if they missed the playoffs, this late season battle is huge for the young sharks. Celebrini calls it great experience, turning last year's struggles into lessons for whatever comes next. The Daily News Now is made possible with support from our sponsor. Some travel miles to find peace. I just climb into bed and listen. S-O-L-L-I, soleypillow.com