Sweat was still dripping from Alex Tuch’s forehead as the Sabres’ do-it-all, top-line winger stood in front of his ...

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a law granting debt forgiveness to new army recruits who enlist to fight in ...

Thornton joins longtime teammate Patrick Marleau as the only players to have their jerseys retired by the Sharks. It’s ...

Following a 24-year career in the NHL, Joe Thornton’s former teammates shared what made him so special off the ice. Thornton, ...

Joe Thornton speaks during a ceremony to retire his jersey before an NHL Hockey game between the San Jose Sharks and the Buffalo Sabres Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024 in San Jose, California. Credit ...

Joe Thornton spent a career setting ... away tears on an emotional afternoon. "The best thing hockey ever gave me — friends for life," Thornton said during a lengthy speech that included thanks ...

SAN JOSE – A teary-eyed Joe ... a Hockey Hall of Fame-caliber career. “From day one, when I skated through the Shark head, I truly felt all your energy, passion, and support,” Thornton ...

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 ...

(AP) — Joe Thornton spent a career setting ... “The best thing hockey ever gave me — friends for life,” Thornton said during a lengthy speech that included thanks to his former teammates ...

Joe Thornton, dressed in a black suit and top hat, said the best thing hockey ever gave him were "friends for life" -- many of whom were there Saturday night to celebrate his jersey retirement in ...