SJHN Daily: Welcome Theo Hertl, Marleau & Thornton Teaming Up Again

San Jose Sharks legends Joe Thornton and Patrick Marleau are teaming up once again.

The two will both take part in the 2023 Sharks Legends Game this Friday, as reported by the team Monday afternoon.

🚨BREAKING NEWS🚨

Patty & Jumbo are 𝙊𝙁𝙁𝙄𝘾𝙄𝘼𝙇𝙇𝙔 reuniting at the 2023 Legends Game! pic.twitter.com/EI89n9uR84

— San Jose Sharks (@SanJoseSharks) February 20, 2023

The two first became teammates back in 2005, when the Sharks made a massive deal with the Boston Bruins that brought Thornton to the organization. They went on to play 12 seasons together, until Marleau chose to leave via free agency in 2017, signing a three-year deal with the Toronto Maple Leafs. They did join forces for a brief point after, however, as Marleau rejoined the Sharks for part of the 2019-20 campaign.

Fans will be able to watch the two play this Friday at 7:30 p.m. at Tech CU Arena in San Jose. The very next day, Marleau will see his jersey lifted to the rafters before a showdown against the Chicago Blackhawks.

AT SAN JOSE HOCKEY NOW…

The San Jose Sharks‘ great defensive play led them to a 4-0 over the Seattle Kraken on Monday night.

Mike Grier needs to be sure not to rush any decision on pending UFA Timo Meier.

Martin Kaut recently opened up about why he requested a trade from the Colorado Avalanche.

David Quinn recently admitted that Kaapo Kahkonen is playing like the team’s No. 1 goaltender.

IN OTHER SHARKS NEWS…

The San Jose Sharks are asking for fans to get involved in the Marleau banner raising experience.

We can ALL celebrate Patty! 🎉

Check out our Patrick Marleau AR Banner experience now and show us a picture of where you’re raising Marleau’s No. 12 banner! #12ForeverTeal

Try it now → https://t.co/UTEq0LrDi4 pic.twitter.com/f7gkvtaJwu

— San Jose Sharks (@SanJoseSharks) February 21, 2023

Nick Cicek has been re-assigned to the San Jose Barracuda.

Now we know why Tomas Hertl missed yesterday afternoon’s game — congrats, Tomas and Aneta!

We have a new Baby Shark to welcome to the family. Congrats to Tomas and Aneta Hertl on their newest addition, Theo! 💙 pic.twitter.com/oO5hptmVzK

— San Jose Sharks (@SanJoseSharks) February 21, 2023

The St. Louis Blues are the newest team to enter the Timo Meier sweepstakes.

Talks are still suggesting the Edmonton Oilers may land Erik Karlsson ahead of the trade deadline.

AROUND THE NHL…

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar will miss at least two games with a head injury.

Jakub Vrana is finally set to return to the Detroit Red Wings lineup on Tuesday night.

New York Islanders goaltender Ilya Sorokin may have made the save of the year on Monday night.

The Pittsburgh Penguins are willing to trade Jeff Petry ahead of the deadline.

John Carlson is continuing to progress in his recovery from a face/head injury.

The Boston Bruins honored David Krejci for playing in 1000 career games.

Calgary Flames’ Rasmus Andersson says he’s thankful to be alive after being hit by a vehicle last week.

The Nashville Predators have made Ryan Johansen available, and these three teams may be a fit.

Chicago Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews is dealing with symptoms of long COVID.

The Vegas Golden Knights have opened up cap room by placing Mark Stone on long-term injured reserve.

Tyler Motte was recently traded from the Ottawa Senators to the New York Rangers.