San Jose Sharks stun the Winnipeg Jets—and finally claw back to .500 hockey—propelled by Macklin Celebrini’s fearless scoring and Will Smith’s late-game heroics. Is San Jose’s painful rebuild over, and are the Sharks ready to evolve from perennial underdogs to legitimate contenders? JD Young breaks down the Sharks’ thrilling 2-1 victory, highlighting Alex Nedeljkovic’s lockdown performance in net and the relentless push from the offense that generated 13 high-danger shots. The analysis spotlights the Wenberg line’s defensive grit against the Jets’ top scorers, how Celebrini and Smith continue to drive the team’s transformation, and the impact of recent roster decisions by GM Mike Grier. Key numbers include decisive Corsi, scoring chances, and special teams play, alongside individual praise for Collin Graf, Ethan Cardwell, and John Klingberg’s standout night. With the Sharks at .500 for the first time since 2022, can they maintain momentum against the Florida Panthers and beyond? Find out why this team’s rising stars and improved goaltending may finally make San Jose a force in the NHL.