Macklin Celebrini Set to Become One of NHL's Highest-Paid

San Jose Sharks forward Macklin Celebrini is positioned to become one of the highest-paid players in the NHL starting next season. While Leo Carlsson currently holds the top salary spot for the 2026-27 campaign, Celebrini is among the elite group of players whose upcoming contract structures will surpass current league-leading figures, signaling a significant shift in the NHL's top-tier compensation hierarchy.