Sharks winger thought he 'might not make it' after spending one day training with Macklin Celebrini
Briefly

Tyler Toffoli, a forward for the San Jose Sharks, visited young teammate Macklin Celebrini in Vancouver to celebrate his 19th birthday and got a firsthand look at the Celebrini family's intense training routine. Putting himself to the test, Toffoli tackled the challenging Grouse Grind hike alongside Macklin and his brother Aiden. The visit opened Toffoli's eyes to Macklin's dedication and fitness level, contrasting with his own experience of offseason training. As Toffoli prepares for his 14th NHL season, he reflects on how seriously he approaches training compared to when he was first drafted.
Toffoli described his visit with the Celebrini family as a rigorous training experience, comparing it to a 'borderline training camp' that challenged his fitness levels.
He noted that Macklin Celebrini's competitive nature was evident, completing a demanding hike in 39 minutes, while Toffoli took about an hour.
Reflecting on summer training, Toffoli emphasized his evolved approach since his draft year, highlighting its importance in maximizing performance as he enters his 14th NHL season.
Toffoli expressed excitement about Macklin's dedication to training and looks forward to witnessing his performance in the upcoming NHL season.
Read at Marin Independent Journal
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