Landon DuPont's return from injury produced two goals and a semifinal win, positioning the exceptional status star for a Memorial Cup title.
Blues explore trading up with 11th and 15th picks for Sharks' No. 2 overall selection.
Speculation mounts on Auston Matthews' future as five NHL teams emerge as prime trade candidates for the star center.
The San Jose Sharks secured the No. 2 overall pick in the 2026 NHL draft lottery, marking their third straight top-two selection amid rebuild excitement.
The Sharks' rebuild advances with an 86-point season, Celebrini's dominance, and a top draft pick, signaling brighter days ahead.
The Carolina Hurricanes acquired defenseman Kyle Masters and a 2026 fourth-round pick from the San Jose Sharks for a 2027 fifth-round selection to bolster their prospect depth.