What Happened
Macklin Celebrini took part in the Sharks' morning skate in St. Louis on Thursday, and coach Ryan Warsofsky told reporters the captain would be a game-time decision against the Blues. Warsofsky described seeing Celebrini on the ice as a good sign. Celebrini was a late scratch for Monday's game against the Dallas Stars despite participating in warm-ups because of a lower-body injury.
Key Details
- Celebrini skated Thursday morning in St. Louis before the Sharks-Blues game.
- Coach Ryan Warsofsky said Celebrini is a game-time decision.
- Celebrini was a late scratch Monday against Dallas after taking warm-ups.
- The injury is lower-body.
- Celebrini had five assists in two games before the injury.
- He set a franchise record with 115 points last season.
What It Means
Celebrini's availability is significant for a Sharks team that relies on its captain for offense. His five assists in two games before the injury showed he was picking up where he left off after a 115-point season. A game-time decision means San Jose may have to adjust its lineup shortly before facing St. Louis.
What's Next
The Sharks will determine Celebrini's status closer to puck drop against the Blues. If he cannot play, San Jose will need to fill his spot in the lineup.