# NHL Highlights: Sharks Dominate Rangers as Celebrini Ends Scoring Drought; Baseball Roster Moves Heat Up 2026 Season

The San Jose Sharks dominated the New York Rangers on Friday night, with Macklin Celebrini scoring two goals to end his longest drought of the season. The No. 1 overall pick from 2024 had a chance for his third hat trick but fell just short as the Sharks won 3-1. Pavol Regenda added another goal for San Jose, while Sam Carrick scored for the Rangers. The loss marked New York's third straight defeat, and they're now 2-8-1 over their last 11 games.

In other NHL action, the Washington Capitals defeated the Calgary Flames 3-1 in a physical matchup, with Aliaksei Protas scoring the game-winning goal. Logan Thompson made 25 saves for the Capitals. Meanwhile, the Buffalo Sabres beat Washington in a shootout, 4-3, with Bowen Byram scoring the deciding goal in the shootout. Alex Ovechkin was held scoreless for the fourth straight game.

On the baseball front, several significant roster moves are shaking up the 2026 season. The Washington Nationals pulled off a major trade yesterday, though specifics remain limited from available reports. The Minnesota Twins removed starting pitcher Joe Ryan from their TwinsFest appearances after the two sides failed to agree on a new contract before the arbitration deadline, with a reported 500,000 dollar difference between the parties. This comes despite Ryan's career year in 2025, where he posted a 3.42 ERA with 194 strikeouts and earned his first All-Star selection.

Multiple starting pitchers remain available on the free agent market. Max Scherzer is reportedly biting his time, according to The Athletic, with specific teams in mind but no rush to sign. Justin Verlander and Framber Valdez are still available as well, though Valdez's value may be sliding due to attitude concerns.

The Orioles claimed utilityman Weston Wilson off waivers from the Phillies and designated left-hander José Suarez for assignment. The Mariners picked up right-hander Criswell in a trade with the Mets on January 23rd.

The Twins organization is also looking at their minor league talent, with 20-year-old righthander Adrian Bohorquez emerging as one of their most talented pitching prospects. After improving his conditioning and throwing strikes at High-A last season, the team's farm director highlighted his electric stuff.

Several teams continue working to fill their rosters ahead of spring training, with the Padres actively pursuing pitching upgrades after failing to land Freddy Peralta.

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