San Jose Sharks Win 2024 NHL Draft Lottery, to Pick Macklin Celebrini in Las Vegas

May 7, 2024, 10:36 PM

The San Jose Sharks won the first overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft Lottery, securing the opportunity to select top prospect Macklin Celebrini. The draft lottery, which determined the order of the first 16 picks, saw the Sharks triumph after having the highest odds at 25.5%. This victory marks a significant moment for the Sharks, who had the worst record in the NHL last season. The draft is scheduled for June 28 and 29 at The Sphere in Las Vegas. Celebrini, a standout player from Boston University, is highly anticipated to make an immediate impact in the league. Notably, the Sharks won the first three draws, and Celebrini has a notable connection as the son of Rick Celebrini, VP of player health and performance for the nearby Golden State Warriors.