The NHL has clarified that forward Adam Celebrini and defenseman Luke Bedard are not too young to take on captaincy roles with their respective teams, the Sharks and Blackhawks. Both players have expressed interest in leading their teams, with Celebrini already having experience as an alternate captain. The league’s guidelines allow players aged 21 and older to serve as captains, though exceptions can be made for younger players with significant leadership experience. The decision comes as teams continue to evaluate their on-ice leadership ahead of the upcoming season.

Celebrini, Bedard not too young to captain Sharks, Blackhawks  NHL.com