Men's Ice Hockey 2/20/2023 5:00:00 PM Chicago Steel

MACKLIN CELEBRINI NAMED USHL FORWARD OF THE WEEK FOR SECOND WEEK IN A ROW

Boston University commit recorded eight points in three games including five-goal game

GENEVA, ILLINOIS— After becoming the first Chicago Steel player in the team's 23-year history to score five goals in a game this past Saturday, rookie forward Macklin Celebrini has been named USHL Forward of the Week for the second week in a row and fourth time this season, the league announced Monday.

Celebrini registered eight points (7G, 1A) in three games this past weekend against the Cedar Rapids RoughRiders on Friday and USA Hockey NTDP (U17) on Saturday and Sunday.

Celebrini's five goals, his third career game scoring three or more goals, came in Chicago's 8-5 victory over USA Saturday, Feb. 18, a game in which he also became the highest scoring U17 player in USHL history.

The Vancouver, British Columbia native and 2024 NHL Draft Prospect is currently first in the USHL in both points (62) and goals (35) in 37 games played. Celebrini has 29 points (19G, 10A) in his last 15 games.

"Mack's work ethic is phenomenal," said Steel Head Coach and General Manager Mike Garman. "He's always working to put his teammates in good situations."

Celebrini, a Boston University commit, previously earned the award on Nov. 3, Dec. 19 and Feb. 13 and is one of six Steel players to earn USHL weekly honors along with teammates Jack Stark, Jack Harvey, Michael Emerson, Nick Moldenhauer, and Jayden Perron.

"It's always nice to see his effort get rewarded, but most of all he's a great teammate and leader," said Garman.

This weekend, the Steel are back home to battle the Green Bay Gamblers on Friday, Feb. 24 for Chicago Traffic Night presented by Illinois Aviation Academy. The Steel will wear special jerseys to be auctioned off online to benefit JDRF. The following night, Chicago travels to Green Bay. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. CT both nights.

All Chicago Steel tickets are digital and available on mobile devices. Fans should create their profile online by clicking here. For more information on digital tickets for the Chicago Steel, click here. Fans attending Steel home games this season are encouraged to purchase tickets prior to arriving at the arena to avoid any delays on game night.

Season ticket plans starting at 5 games for just $50 and group tickets and experiences are on sale now by calling 855-51-STEEL or emailing info@ChicagoSteelHockeyTeam.com.

Chicago Steel Upcoming Schedule presented by Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush:
Friday, February 24 vs. Green Bay Gamblers (7:05 p.m. CT) Chicago Traffic Night presented by Illinois Aviation Academy with Special Jersey Auction to benefit JDRF
Saturday, February 25 at Green Bay Gamblers (7:05 p.m. CT)
Tuesday, February 28 at Dubuque Fighting Saints (7:05 p.m. CT)

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