San Jose Sharks fans are eagerly awaiting a potential contract extension for star forward Macklin Celebrini, who has already made a name for himself as a Hart Trophy candidate at just 20 years old. Celebrini has expressed his willingness to give the Sharks a "hometown discount," a nod to his loyalty to the team that drafted him. But what exactly does a discount of this magnitude look like for a player of Celebrini's caliber? With his impressive performance on the ice, Celebrini is poised to command a significant salary, and the Sharks will need to navigate a delicate balance between rewarding their young star and keeping costs under control. As the team prepares to negotiate a new contract, fans are left wondering what the future holds for Celebrini's future in teal.
Macklin Celebrini is on record saying he is willing to give the San Jose Sharks a "hometown discount," but what does a discount look like for a 20-year-old Hart Trophy candidate phenom?