You don't realize the atmosphere in the arena until you're down on the ice for real, especially during the playoffs. You come out of the gate, you hear the fans going crazy, you know you're at home and in for… — Joe Thornton Copy Share Image
You need somebody to be firm with you and hard on you and watch you progress. — Joe Thornton Copy Share Image
As I get older, I think I'm going to continue to be a better player and a better captain. — Joe Thornton Copy Share Image
Growing up, I wanted to play with the bigger kids, so having two brothers, you had to stick your nose in there and try… — Joe Thornton Copy Share Image
I really do enjoy coming to the rink and working hard, putting the time in as you need when you get older. But the… — Joe Thornton Copy Share Image
Every day, just enjoy it. It goes by so fast. But put the work in and you'll be rewarded. — Joe Thornton Copy Share Image
Being in hockey shape is totally different than any other kind of fitness. You can run and bike and work out all summer and… — Joe Thornton Copy Share Image
To have the luxury of passing to two goal-scorers is something I enjoy. You look forward to coming to the rink because you know… — Joe Thornton Copy Share Image
I don't know how many years I can play, but I want to retire as a Shark. — Joe Thornton Copy Share Image
I have a big frame to fend off some defenders and buy some time as I wait for guys to get open. — Joe Thornton Copy Share Image
