Macklin Celebrini, a forward for the San Jose Sharks, is expected to sign a significant contract worth between $10 million and $20 million at the end of his entry-level contract. NHL agents have indicated that his deal will be in a different tier compared to Connor Bedard's.
Oct 28, 2025; San Jose, CA, USA; during San Jose Sharks vs Los Angeles Kings at SAP Center. Photo: Sport Shots / Dean Tait
San Jose Sharks forward Macklin Celebrini has a big-time contract coming his way when his ELC is up at the end of his third season.
The Athletic surveyed more than 20 NHL agents who represent hundreds of NHL players on nine key questions, including what Celebrini’s next contract could like.
They saw Celebrini’s deal in a very different tier compared to fellow young star Connor Bedard. And the scouts see Celebrini’s contract being massive and anywhere from $10 million to $20 million depending on the term of the contract.
“If he’s going to go very short-term, it’ll be $10 to $12 (million),” one scout told The Athletic. “If he’s going to give up term, it’ll be in the $12 to $15 (million). If he really wants to push, it could be $17 (million).”
With the rising salary cap in coming years in the NHL, scouts see shorter terms as being more likely.
No matter what Celebrini’s next contract sits at, the scouts see it – along with Bedard’s – resetting the market for second contracts for players.
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Macklin Celebrini's next contract is anticipated to be worth between $10 million and $20 million.
Celebrini's contract is viewed as being in a different tier compared to Connor Bedard's, reflecting varying expectations from NHL agents.
Macklin Celebrini's entry-level contract will end at the conclusion of his third season.
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