San Jose Sharks: Much to Discuss after Home-Opening Loss

Saturday was a busy day for the San Jose Sharks, one which included a contract extension for their new team captain, the debut of the 2010-2011 team on home ice and the revelation of two new banners in the rafters at HP Pavilion.

Joe Thornton signed a new three-year, $21 million contract extension prior to the game on Saturday, ensuring the core of key players will remain together at least through 2013-2014. The size of the contract in years and money is similar to the one he signed in 2007. Signing the extension going into his contract year also avoids a lot of potential distraction throughout the coming season and offseason.

There is absolutely zero doubt that Thornton could have received...

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