Hall of Famer Joe Thornton now holds new title with San Jose Sharks

Hall of Famer Joe Thornton now holds new title with San Jose Sharks

San Jose Sharks GM Mike Grier makes changes, additions to team's hockey operations staff

San Jose Sharks announce Hockey Operations Staff updates

San Jose Sharks (@SanJoseSharks) General Manager Mike Grier announced today updates and additions to the Sharks Hockey Operations Staff. Hockey Operations Additions: Joe Thornton - Player Development Coach/Hockey Operations Advisor Owen Hixon – Equipment Manager Assistant New Roles & Titles: Charlie Townsend – Director of Hockey Operations AJ Bernstein –

Former Blue Jackets Forward Lands New Job In Sharks’ Front Office

Former Columbus Blue Jackets forward Thomas Vanek has landed a new job with the San Jose Sharks' front office.

Sharks Announce Joe Thornton as New Player Development Coach

Joe Thornton returns to the San Jose Sharks as a player development coach and hockey operations advisor. Announced by the team's general manager, this move marks Thornton's transition from player to coach after a legendary career, including a Hall of Fame induction. He is celebrated for his contributions to the Sharks, leading them to multiple playoff appearances and setting franchise records in assists and points. By the Numbers 804 career assi…

Sharks hire Joe Thornton as player development coach, hockey operations advisor - Daily Faceoff

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. Jumbo Joe is back with San Jose! pic.twitter.com/FTdBamvVLO— Daily Faceoff (@DailyFaceoff) July 15, 2025 Thornton, soon to be inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame, is synonymous with the California-based franchise. After shockingly bei…

San Jose Sharks hire Joe Thornton as player development coach/hockey operations advisor

Joe Thornton has officially rejoined the San Jose Sharks as player development coach/hockey operations advisor, general manager Mike Grier announced Friday.