Sharks, San Jose and Joe Thornton

San Jose Sharks legend ‘Jumbo’ Joe Thornton immortalized with jersey number retirement | Airing It Out, Jim Seimas
SAN JOSE — San Jose Sharks fans showed up in droves to SAP Center on Saturday to pay tribute to one of hockey’s all-time greats, larger-than-life personality “Jumbo” Joe Thornton. Puckheads throughout the greater Bay Area had the day — now, ...
San Jose Sharks retire Joe Thornton’s No. 19 jersey in emotional ceremony
Thornton joins longtime teammate Patrick Marleau as the only players to have their jerseys retired by the Sharks. It’s fitting that they are side by side as the entered the NHL as the top two picks in the 1997 draft and spent 13 seasons together in San Jose.
Thankful Joe Thornton has jersey retired by San Jose Sharks
With his pinpoint passing, infectious joy and signature beard, Joe Thornton became the face of the Sharks franchise and was honored with his No. 19 jersey being raised to the rafters.
What the Sharks, Celebrini took away from Joe Thornton’s memorable ceremony
Celebrini is probably a little way off before he starts to wear a letter for the Sharks, but it seems to be a safe bet that he’ll be the team’s captain one day. When that happens, he’ll have to start to take charge of the room, holding guys accountable while also making sure the team’s culture is where it needs to be – just like Thornton did.
Thornton, Sharks celebrate career with No. 19 retirement
So, on the day his No. 19 would be retired and hoisted into the arena rafters by the San Jose Sharks, why would he start now? “San Jose, give me that love!” he screamed into the microphone after strutting onto the stage.
Joe Thornton Is Officially A Forever Shark; No. 19 Retired By San Jose Sharks
Joe Thornton's iconic No. 19 is officially in the rafters of the SAP Center, and the greatest San Jose Sharks player of all time has now become the second player in team history to earn the honor of a retired jersey number.
Joe Thornton Day: Sharks icon left indelible mark on franchise, San Jose
In officially proclaiming this Saturday as Joe Thornton Day, Mahan not only mentioned the longtime centerman’s accomplishments during a Hockey Hall of Fame-caliber career but also noted his less-known philanthropic work, specifically with the Make-A-Wish foundation.
Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews Sends Message to Sharks Legend Joe Thornton After Jersey Retirement
Joe Thornton was given the ultimate respect by the San Jose Sharks Saturday night, as the team he is most identified with retired his No. 19 jersey just before a game against the Buffalo Sabres at SAP Arena.
Joe Thornton reflects on storied career at Sharks jersey retirement ceremony
Joe Thornton reflects on his tenure with the Sharks as San Jose retired his jersey on Saturday at SAP Center.
Sharks retire Joe Thornton’s No. 19 jersey in an emotional ceremony
His jersey retirement ceremony Saturday was an opportunity for his former San Jose teammates to dish out the compliments for his play, leadership, and friendship in tributes that repeatedly forced him to wipe away tears on an emotional afternoon.
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Sharks retire Joe Thornton's No. 19 jersey in emotional ceremony
Joe Thornton spent a career setting up his teammates with the perfect passes that helped them score goals. His jersey ...