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 of a retired jersey number.

The San Jose Sharks will host their second-ever Legends game tonight. On Saturday, they will retire Joe Thornton's number.

In officially proclaiming this Saturday as Joe Thornton Day, Mahan not only mentioned the longtime centerman’s accomplishments during a Hockey Hall of Fame-caliber career but also noted his less-known philanthropic work, specifically with the Make-A-Wish foundation.

In his first media appearance since retirement, former San Jose Sharks captain Joe Pavelski talked to reporters about the lasting impact that Joe Thornton had on him and the organization.

Chomp takes on new meaning this season as the San Jose Sharks, SAP Center and their culinary partner, Aramark, have unveiled a huge new lineup of food and drink choices for hockey fans. Good thing it’s a sport with two intermissions.

The festivities for San Jose Sharks retiring No. 19 began at San Jose City Hall with the proclamation of Joe Thornton Day.

And who’s arguing with the always smiling, larger than life Sharks legend, whose No. 19 jersey is being retired at SAP Center on Saturday? Thornton spoke at San Jose City Hall on Thursday afternoon, after Mayor Matt Mahan officially proclaimed Nov.

Sharks fans are getting ready to honor a legend on the ice as the team and the city are holding a "Joe Thornton Retirement Weekend."