Joe Thornton

Joe Thornton officially retires from the NHL after a 24-year career

By: Canadian Press

Thornton ranks seventh all-time in assists, 12th in points with 1,539 and sixth in games played.

October 28, 2023

Joe Thornton on decision to sign with Maple Leafs: 'This team is ready to win now'

By: Canadian Press

Joe Thornton had plenty of conversations concerning the next, and perhaps final, step in his illustrious NHL career.

October 18, 2020

Joe Thornton, 40, signs 1-year, $2 million deal with Sharks

By: Canadian Press

Joe Thornton is coming back for another season at age 40, signing a one-year, $2 million contract with the San Jose Sharks on Friday after briefly contemplating retirement at the end of last season.

September 6, 2019

Karlsson, Sharks beat Blues 5-4 after controversial no-call

By: Canadian Press

Joe Thornton scored twice for San Jose as part of a three-point performance to post the first multi-goal game of his Stanley Cup Playoffs career.

May 15, 2019

Thornton sparks Sharks in 5-2 Game 1 win over Avs

By: Canadian Press

After enduring a grueling seven-game series in the first round, the San Jose Sharks predictably needed some time to find their legs again at the start of round two. One key penalty kill proved to be just the kick start they needed.

April 26, 2019

Foligno, Lehner and Thornton named finalists for Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy

By: Canadian Press

Nick Foligno, Robin Lehner and Joe Thornton were named finalists for the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy on Friday.

April 19, 2019

Over 21 seasons of mileage for Thornton – and his family too

By: Tim Wharnsby

Joe Thornton’s career is going strong in his 21st pro season – and so are his parents.

December 4, 2018

Sharks re-sign forwards Joe Thornton, Tomas Hertl

By: Canadian Press

Joe Thornton talked to several teams last summer when he made his first trip to the free-agent market before ultimately deciding to return to San Jose on a one-year deal.

July 2, 2018

My Top 5 | Playoff Scoring Leaders

By: Chris Lomon

Which five current NHL stars have the golden touch when it comes to putting up the points in the Stanley Cup Playoffs?

April 17, 2018

Thornton adds heart and soul to Team Canada

By: Peter Roumeliotis

He isn't sporting the “C” or “A” on his sweater for this tournament, but Joe Thornton's veteran presence and outstanding career are assets Team Canada couldn't pass up on.

September 19, 2016

Joe Thornton - Player of the Week

By: Ryan Parker

'Jumbo Joe' is playing a jumbo game for the Sharks lately, leading them in all areas, which makes him the Player of the Week!

January 13, 2016

Player of the Week - Joe Thornton

By: Ryan Parker

Sharks captain Joe Thornton has been among the elite players in the 2013 playoffs. His offensive production, faceoff prowess and defensive dominance have helped the Sharks to the brink of the Western Conference Final. Due to his strong play and leadership, Joe is the NHLPA.com 'Player of the Week'.

May 27, 2013

Hockey is life for Marleau

By: NHLPA Staff

Sharks forward is excited for Cup run & playing the game with his son on the home front

April 29, 2011