The San Jose Sharks enter the final week of January riding a wave of positive momentum after a solid win against the New York Rangers. Here are the key storylines and their upcoming schedule for the week of Jan. 26 – Feb. 2, 2026.
Macklin Celebrini’s Star Turn
The sophomore sensation continues to dominate headlines. Fresh off being named one of the NHL’s “3 Stars of the Month” for December, Celebrini scored two goals in the Sharks’ 3-1 victory over the Rangers on Friday, Jan. 23. His performance has solidified his spot on Team Canada’s 2026 Olympic roster, a rare honor for a player his age. Watch for him to continue driving the offense as the team heads north.
Will Smith & The “Youth Movement” Success
While Celebrini grabs the spotlight, fellow youngster Will Smith is quietly piling up points, recording two assists in that same win against New York. The chemistry between the Sharks’ young core is translating into wins, with the team going 3-2-0 in their last five games.
New Acquisitions & Trade Deadline Chatter
General Manager Mike Grier has been active well ahead of the March 6 trade deadline.
The Sharks recently acquired forward Kiefer Sherwood from the Vancouver Canucks (Jan. 19) and goaltender Laurent Brossoit (Jan. 8).
There is speculation on whether the Sharks will flip pending free agents for more assets or keep them to support the young core. Grier has indicated he wants to keep competitive players around Celebrini and Smith, but rumors persist about potential moves involving veteran forwards.
The “Western Canada” Gauntlet
The Sharks face a physically demanding week with a road trip through Western Canada. They will face three tough opponents (Vancouver Canucks, Edmonton Oilers, Calgary Flames) in five days. This trip will be a significant test for the team’s improved defense and goaltending.
Sharks Schedule Jan 26 – Feb 2
| Date | Opponent | Time (PST) | Venue |
| Tue, Jan 27 | @ Vancouver Canucks | 7:00 PM | Rogers Arena |
| Thu, Jan 29 | @ Edmonton Oilers | 6:00 PM | Rogers Place |
| Sat, Jan 31 | @ Calgary Flames | 1:00 PM | Scotiabank Saddledome |
| Mon, Feb 2 | @ Chicago Blackhawks | 5:30 PM | United Center |
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