A key San Jose Sharks forward sat out Monday’s game against the Dallas Stars due to a lower-body injury, despite taking part in pregame warmup drills. The absence highlights the team’s ongoing depth challenges as they prepare for a critical Western Conference matchup. Details remain limited on the injury’s severity or expected recovery timeline, leaving fans and analysts to speculate about its impact on the lineup. The game’s outcome could hinge on how the Sharks adjust without their forward’s contributions.

Macklin Celebrini did not play for the San Jose Sharks against the Dallas Stars on Monday because of a lower-body injury. Celebrini participated in warmups for the Sharks, but prior to puck drop the ...