SAN JOSE — Patrick Marleau’s career became full circle this past Saturday evening at SAP Center.

The San Jose Sharks made history when they retired Marleau’s number 12 and raised it to the rafters of the Shark Tank before their game with one of the Original Six, Chicago Blackhawks.

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Right Winger Kevin Labanc after the Sharks 7-4 loss to the Detroit Red Wings on November 17, 2022.

Goaltender James Reimer after the Sharks 7-4 loss to the Detroit Red Wings on November 17, 2022.

Head coach David Quinn after the Sharks 7-4 loss to the Detroit Red Wings on November 17, 2022.

Forward Nico Sturm after the Sharks 4-3 loss to the Florida Panthers on November 3, 2022.

Defenseman Matt Benning after the Sharks 4-3 loss to the Florida Panthers on November 3, 2022.

Defenseman Erik Karlsson after the Sharks 4-3 loss to the Florida Panthers on November 3, 2022.

Head coach David Quinn after the Sharks 4-3 loss to the Florida Panthers on November 3, 2022.

Head coach David Quinn after the Sharks 2-1 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes on October 14, 2022.

Hurricanes Defenseman Brent Burns after his team's 2-1 win over the Sharks on October 14, 2022.