Longtime San Jose Shark and Boston Bruin Joe Thornton officially announced his retirement from the NHL after playing 24 seasons. Thornton, nicknamed 'Jumbo Joe', recorded 430 goals, 1,109 assists, and 1,539 points in his career. He won the Art Ross Trophy and the Hart Trophy in the 2005-06 season. Thornton's time in Boston ended with a sense of unfulfillment, as he was traded to the Sharks in 2005.
Longtime San Jose Shark and Boston Bruin Joe Thornton officially announced his retirement from the on Saturday. Here’s what you need to know: Nicknamed “Jumbo Joe”, the 44-year-old played 24 seasons in the NHL with the , , and . Thornton was selected first in the 1997 NHL Draft by the Bruins. Thornton recorded 430 goals, 1,109 assists and 1,539 points in 1,714 career games.
In retrospect, Burns’ firm approach helped Thornton acclimate to the NHL and learn habits away from the puck. Advertisement In 2002-03, Thornton exploded for 101 points, then a career high. He spent most of his time centering Glen Murray and Mike Knuble on the Bruins’ No. 1 line. But as Thornton and the Bruins struggled in 2005-06 following the lockout, the Bruins did not believe the center was part of their future.
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