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On YouTubeNHL News / Daily Faceoff / November 11
Thornton, Chara, Keith inducted into Hockey Hall of Fame
The Hockey Hall of Fame inducted eight new members on Monday as part of their 2025 class, including Stanley Cup champions Zdeno Chara, Duncan Keith and Alexander Mogilny.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 10
Joe Thornton fired up after Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews honors Hall of Fame induction
The 2025 Hockey Hall of Fame Class is officially set. All new inductees were honored before the Hockey Hall of Fame Game at Scotiabank Arena on Sunday, before the Toronto Maple Leafs’ tilt against the Carolina Hurricanes.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / TheLeafsnation / November 7
William Nylander calls former Leaf Joe Thornton ‘legend on the ice’ ahead of Hall of Fame induction
The Toronto Maple Leafs were back on the ice for practice Friday after a day off, gearing up to face the Boston Bruins on Saturday night. Once again this season, the team’s power play woes are the hot topic in town.
The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz
How many of the 21 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?
The 20 greatest nicknames in NHL history
Sometimes, your given name just isn't enough. Hockey has had some great nicknames over the years, from ones that are simple and fitting ("The Great One"), to some that are just a perfect play on a player's actual name ("Pickles").
Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?
NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.
Which NHL teams have the longest current Stanley Cup droughts?
There is no title celebration quite like the captain of an NHL team hoisting the Stanley Cup. We mean, unless you love to see sweaty racecar drivers dump milk all over their heads.
Which big-four sports teams have never won a championship?
Most NHL, NFL, NBA, and MLB teams have won a title, but not all of them. Some have gotten close, agonizingly close, but haven’t quite done it just yet.
San Jose Sharks News / Daily Faceoff / July 15
Sharks hire Joe Thornton as player development coach, hockey operations advisor
The man with the big beard is back in the game. On Tuesday, San Jose Sharks general manager announced that the team has hired former NHLer Joe Thornton as a player development coach and hockey operations advisor.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Athlon Sports / June 25
Auston Matthews' Silent Reaction to Joe Thornton News
Jumbo Joe has reached hockey immortality following the announcement on Tuesday that former San Jose Sharks superstar center Joe Thornton has been finally elected to the Hockey Hall of Fame.
NHL News / Oilersnation / June 24
NHL Notebook: Duncan Keith among Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2025
The Hockey Hall of Fame announced its Class of 2025 on Tuesday. Duncan Keith, Joe Thornton, and Zdeno Chara are three former NHL stars inducted in their first years of eligibility.
NHL News / Field Level Media / June 24
Zdeno Chara, Joe Thornton among 8 selected to Hockey HOF
Zdeno Chara was elected to the Hockey Hall of Fame in his first opportunity, while Alexander Mogilny finally made it in on his 17th try. Chara and Mogilny
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Hockey Patrol / January 8
Joe Thornton's Invitation Fuels Talks of a Potential Toronto Maple Leafs Return
With Joe Thornton a part of the Maple Leafs mentor trip, it could open the door to a potential reunion, but in a much less competitive role. It was a great sign to see Joe Thornton among a bevy of mentors the Maple Leafs players brought on their most recent road trip.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Hockey Patrol / January 7
Craig Berube thrilled as Joe Thornton returns to the Toronto Maple Leafs
The man affectionately known as 'Jumbo Joe' is back with the Toronto Maple Leafs.
The 'Most games played in the NHL' quiz
How many of the leaders in career NHL games played can you name in five minutes?
San Jose Sharks News / Breakaway on SI / November 24, 2024
Former Sharks Teammate Shares Heartwarming Joe Thornton Story
The San Jose Sharks put together an incredible jersey retirement ceremony for franchise legend Joe Thornton. The evening saw tons of Thornton's teammates, coaches, family, and friends to celebrate the future Hall of Famer.
NHL News / San Jose Hockey Now / November 24, 2024
Pure Jumbo: Thornton Gives Jersey Retirement Speech To Remember
Joe Thornton gave a jersey retirement speech to remember. No doubt, the speech, the night, this entire weekend, was pure Jumbo. Here’s some of the best from a rollicking 30-minute speech, and the highlights from Patrick Marleau, Joe Pavelski, Ryane Clowe, and Douglas Murray tribute videos that left Thornton in tears, more often than not.
San Jose Sharks News / Daily Faceoff / November 23, 2024
San Jose Sharks retire Joe Thornton's No. 19
In total, Thornton played 1,714 games in the NHL, ranked sixth all-time.
San Jose Sharks News / The Hockey Writers / November 22, 2024
Sharks Fans Reliving Jumbo Joe Era With Thornton’s Jersey Retirement
The San Jose Sharks are set to retire Joe Thornton’s #19 jersey in a ceremony on Saturday (Nov. 23), giving the franchise legend an honor only one other Shark has received.
San Jose Sharks News / San Jose Hockey Now / November 13, 2024
Sharks, City of San Jose Announce Joe Thornton Jersey Retirement Festivities
“Joe Thornton Day” is rapidly approaching, and it’s not just his jersey retirement night on Nov. 23. The San Jose Sharks are going all-out to honor the 2005-06 Hart Trophy winner and fans will be able to attend a few events over the course of the weekend.
NHL News / Yardbarker / July 3, 2024
Sharks legend sends message to fans about jersey retirement
Joe Thornton will be the second player in Sharks franchise history to have his jersey retired by the team.
NHL News / FirstSportz / January 23, 2024
'I was truly home,' Joe Thornton reminiscences about skating on ice ‘wearing the Sharks crest’ as team announces to retire No.19 in 2024-25 season
Joe Thornton also lovingly known as ‘Jumbo Joe’ recently recalled his time with the San Jose Sharks. His comments on his career came after the team announced they would like to retire his jersey No.19 in the next season, i.e., 2024-25.
NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 17, 2024
Sharks drop major announcement on Joe Thornton number retirement
The San Jose Sharks are struggling in the competitive Western Conference amid the 2023-24 NHL season. San Jose has accumulated 24 points, which puts them last in the Pacific Division.
San Jose Sharks News / San Jose Hockey Now / January 17, 2024
Sharks Will Retire Thornton’s Jersey Next Season
Patrick Marleau is getting some company. The San Jose Sharks announced today that they will retire Joe Thornton’s No. 19 jersey during the 2024-25 season.
NHL News / Yardbarker / October 27, 2021
Did former Sharks star Joe Thornton sell Bay Area home?
While the sale has yet to be confirmed by major outlets, it looks very likely the longtime Shark has officially parted ways with his former California home.
NHL News / Yardbarker / August 13, 2021
Former Hart Trophy winner Joe Thornton signs one-year contract with Panthers
Joe Thornton is on to his third team in three NHL seasons.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / Yardbarker / August 3, 2021
Is Joe Thornton's NHL career over?
Thornton, 43, is practicing with HC Davos of the National League in Switzerland while he decides if he is going to return to the NHL for another season.
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