Joe Thornton Is Officially A Forever Shark

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.
Thankful Joe Thornton has jersey retired by San Jose Sharks
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 Sharks history with 804 assists, second with 1,055 points ...
The Sharks retire Joe Thornton’s No. 19 jersey in an 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.
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.
Sharks Honor Franchise Icon With Jersey Retirement Ceremony
In recognition of his incredible career and accomplishments with the Sharks, the organization honored Thornton and his family by retiring his jersey number in a beautiful ceremony. The Sharks went all out for the affair, inviting fellow teammates of Thornton's and some beloved San Jose alumni to celebrate the event.
San Jose Sharks retire Joe Thornton's No. 19
On Saturday night, the San Jose Sharks officially retired Joe Thornton’s No. 19. In a ceremony held before the team’s game against the Buffalo Sabres, former teammates and friends came out to honor Thornton. For one last time through the Shark Head: Joe Thornton. #19ForeverTeal x #GreatestOfAllTeal pic.twitter.com/lFgzQOEX2T
How Thornton's storied legacy can inspire Sharks' next generation
Sharks coach Ryan Warsofsky explained how Joe Thornton's legacy can inspire San Jose's next generation of players.
How ‘Jumbo’ Joe Thornton, the ultimate helper, made the Sharks perennial contenders
Joe Thornton lifted up the Sharks and the people around the team. Now, they get to return the favor, lifting his jersey to the SAP Center rafters.
Thornton, Sharks celebrate career with number retirement
Now, with Thornton having announced his retirement last year after finishing as the Sharks' all-time leader in assists (804), second in points (1,055) and third in games played (1,104), this was the chance for a fanbase and a community to say thank you.

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