But hockey’s been a family thing for a lot of years, and it still is.” In his 15 years in San Jose, Thornton left an indelible mark on the city and the franchise. Former Sharks’ Joe Thornton ...

“He is one of the most beloved players in Sharks history, and we can’t wait to celebrate Joe’s career in San Jose.” Thornton finished his NHL career by playing for the Florida Panthers in ...

San Jose Sharks re-sign pending RFA defenseman ... You two give me more than the game of hockey ever could.” Thornton credited Tabea with being his rock, “I ended up playing a long time ...

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.

Thornton entered the NHL as the No. 1 overall pick by Boston but had his greatest success in 15 seasons with San Jose following a trade to the Sharks on Nov. 30, 2005. Thornton ranks first in ...

Thornton entered the NHL as the No. 1 overall pick by Boston but had his greatest success in 15 seasons with San Jose following a trade to the Sharks on Nov. 30, 2005. Thornton ranks first in ...

San Jose Sharks fans are getting ready to ... joining Patrick Marleau. Thornton retired last October after a 24-year NHL career.

The San Jose Sharks announced on Wednesday they plan to retire Joe Thornton's No. 19 next season. 'Jumbo Joe' played the sixth-most games of any NHL player ever during his 24-season career ...

San Jose Sharks prospects Sam Dickinson and Kasper Halttunen help London Knights win Memorial Cup in Rimouski, Quebec ...

City leaders earlier this month renamed the corner of West St. John Street and North Alameda Boulevard to "Sharks Way" in an ...

Joe Thornton spent a career setting up his teammates with the perfect passes that helped them score goals. His jersey retirement ceremony Saturday was an opportunity for his former San Jose ...