Dean Evason, head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets, recently revealed that Sidney Crosby expressed a desire to play alongside Macklin Celebrini. This statement came during a morning skate session where Evason highlighted Crosby’s preference for Celebrini, whom he coached during the 2025 World Championships.
Crosby’s Request to Team Up with Celebrini
During the morning skate on January 6, 2026, Evason conveyed that Crosby’s choice reflects his appreciation for Celebrini’s skills. This collaboration could enhance the Blue Jackets’ offensive strategy moving forward.
San Jose Sharks Updates
The San Jose Sharks, currently holding a record of 20 wins, 18 losses, and 3 overtime losses, are set to make several lineup changes. Alex Nedeljkovic is confirmed to start as goalie.
- Shakir Mukhamadullin is dealing with an upper-body injury and is classified as day-to-day.
- Nick Leddy will replace Mukhamadullin in the lineup.
Sharks’ Morning Skate Lines
The Sharks’ lines observed during the morning skate feature:
- Eklund – Celebrini – Chernyshov
- Regenda – Wennberg – Toffoli
- Skinner – Dellandrea – Graf
- Goodrow – Ostapchuk – Reaves
- Orlov – Liljegren
- Ferraro – Iorio
- Dickinson – Leddy
Player Updates
Meanwhile, Vincent Desharnais is recovering from an upper-body injury, and Adam Gaudette is dealing with a lower-body issue. Both players remain day-to-day. Michael Misa has been recalled to the Sharks’ 23-man roster, filling the spot left by Mukhamadullin. Misa has a limited timeframe of two games before the Sharks decide on his entry-level contract status.
Match Details
The upcoming game between the San Jose Sharks and the Columbus Blue Jackets is scheduled to begin at 7 PM PT at SAP Center. Fans can catch the action live on NBC Sports California or tune into the Sharks Audio Network for coverage.
