San Jose — Macklin Celebrini scored with 1:39 remaining and assisted on a late game-winner as the Sharks rallied to beat the Anaheim Ducks 4-3 Wednesday, completing a four-point night; Will Smith also scored, and Troy Terry had tied the game earlier after a Dmitry Orlov turnover. The victory prompted fans to chant 'MVP' and renewed Hart Trophy discussion; the Sharks extended their winning streak and, a day later, beat Toronto 4-1 on Thursday, a result that eliminated the Maple Leafs from playoff contention and kept San Jose in wild-card contention ahead of Saturday's schedule.
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The San Jose Sharks benefited from late-game contributions by Macklin Celebrini and teammates, securing consecutive wins and improving their position in the wild-card race.
The Anaheim Ducks and Toronto Maple Leafs suffered defeats; Toronto's loss officially eliminated them from playoff contention, affecting their postseason prospects and standings.
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Celebrini's late heroics lift Sharks to dramatic win
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