Macklin Celebrini was beaten out for the Ted Lindsay Award by Connor McDavid of the Edmonton Oilers, who won the award for the fifth time.
What happened?
The San Jose Sharks center finished second in voting, according to The Associated Press, with Tampa Bay Lightning winger Nikita Kucherov coming in third.
The league and the NHL Players’ Association announced the honor on Sunday, June 7, 2026.
Macklin Celebrini broke Joe Thornton’s 19-year-old single-season team scoring record with 115 points.
Why it matters for Macklin Celebrini
This is a significant milestone for Celebrini, who finished fourth in scoring in the 2025-2026 season.
Connor McDavid led all scorers with 90 assists and 138 points.
Macklin Celebrini is not a finalist for the Hart Trophy, which will be given out this month.
What comes next?
The Hart Memorial Trophy is voted on by members of the Professional Hockey Writers Association.
Macklin Celebrini finished third in voting for the Calder Trophy as the NHL’s Rookie of the Year last year.
The Associated Press contributed to this story, which highlights Macklin Celebrini's impressive performance.
Macklin Celebrini's 115 points surpassed Joe Thornton’s record of 114 points, set in 2006-2007.
And Macklin Celebrini will have to wait another year to win a major individual award.
But he has already made a significant impact on the San Jose Sharks.
So the future looks bright for this young player.
The Ted Lindsay Award is a prestigious honor, and Macklin Celebrini's second-place finish is a notable achievement.