Joe Thornton reportedly not ready to hang up the skates
Despite not playing during the 2022-23 season, longtime NHL forward and future Hall-of-Famer Joe Thornton is reportedly not ready to retire from professional hockey.
In an interview with Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman, San Jose Sharks defenceman Mario Ferraro gave some insight into what Jose Thornton is up to and says that he believes the 44-year-old still wants to play.
"Ferraro saw old friend and future Hall-of-Famer Joe Thornton a few times during the summer. ''He's on the ice all the time. He's never officially retired.'' Ferraro was very careful about the next bit, because he wouldn't ever claim to speak for his friend, but I asked if he thought Thornton would officially retire. ''No, I don't,» he answered. ''I don't think he will. I think he's just going to hang around. I think he could still play, though. He buzzes.'' Do you think he wants to? «I can't speak for Jumbo, but I do. Deep down, I feel like he does.» Someone get this man a contract." Friedman said.
The St. Thomas, Ontario native last played in the NHL during the 2021-22 season when he suited up in 34 games for the Florida Panthers where he tallied ten points (five goals, five assists).
It seems unlikely that a National Hockey League team will take a shot on Joe Thornton for a few reasons, including the fact he hasn't played a game since May 23rd, 2022. Thornton has a great relationship with Swiss club HC Davos, so if he is wanting to continue his professional career, they certainly could be an option.
Do you think Joe Thornton will play another game in the National Hockey League? Let us know your thoughts in the poll below.
Source: Elliotte Friedman - 32 Thoughts
POLL |
OCTOBRE 14 | 128 ANSWERS Joe Thornton reportedly not ready to hang up the skates Do you think Joe Thornton will play another game in the NHL? |
Yes | 22 | 17.2 % |
No | 106 | 82.8 % |
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