Since I started following the San Jose Sharks well over a decade ago, Patrick Marleau has been the only constant presence in teal. I’ve followed the Sharks through his rookie years and captaincy, all the way to the present.
Marleau was selected second overall in the NHL draft back in 1997. He holds several scoring titles for the Sharks and is one of the few players that may very well retire having only played for one team. An analysis of the franchise through the years would not be complete without heavy emphasis on the impact he has had.