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Joe Thornton • LW
Ht/Wt:6'4", 220 lbs.
Born:Jul 2, 1979 (44 yrs) in London, Ont.
Experience:24 years
Drafted:Drafted by Boston in 1997 (1/1).
Shoots:L
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Scouting Report
One of NHL's all-time greatest passers can still get the puck onto teammates' sticks in prime scoring position. Even in his 40s, he knows how to use his size and strength to protect and control the puck. He is selfless to a fault, sometimes passing when taking the shot himself might be the better play. Has had to adapt to no longer being a No. 1 center in the NHL. His biggest problem in the final stages of his career has been speed, or a lack thereof.
Long Range Potential: One of the elite passers in NHL history.
Career Honors & Awards
League Honor Description
NHL Hart Trophy 2005-06
NHL Art Ross Trophy 2005-06
NHL First All-Star Team 2005-06
NHL Second All-Star Team 2015-16, 2007-08, 2002-03
NHL Named to play in the NHL All-Star Game 2008-09, 2007-08, 2006-07, 2003-04, 2002-03, 2001-02
Canadian Hockey League Rookie of the Year 1995-96
OHL Emms Family Award 1995-96
OHL Second All-Star Team 1996-97
Olympic Olympic Gold Medal 2010 (Canada)
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