Joe Thornton surpasses another milestone in Sharks’ 4-0 win over Canucks

Sharks center Joe Thornton (19) is honored before Friday’s game against the Canucks. He had had two assists in the win.

Sharks center Joe Thornton (19) is honored before Friday’s game against the Canucks. He had had two assists in the win.

The decision to add Erik Karlsson to an already formidable Sharks lineup during the offseason looked like a questionable move when the two-time Norris Trophy-winning defenseman got off to a humdrum start.

With the 28-year-old starting to hit his stride, the deal seems to be paying off.