It's July 10th, so what better time to take a quick look back at some of the best moments of Patrick Sharp's career. Without a doubt the best number 10 in Chicago Blackhawks history.
Patrick Sharp was the 95th overall draft pick in the 2001 NHL draft. He was selected by the Philadelphia Flyers, where he spent the first 2 1/2 years of his career. He was traded to the Chicago Blackhawks midway through the 2005-2006 season. And when he arrived in Chicago, his impact was almost immediate. His first full season as a Blackhawk, he set a new career high in both goals and points with 20 and 35 respectively. And from that season forward, he would go on to play a crucial part in all three of Blackhawks Stanley Cup winning teams.
Just a quick look at some of his stats from those 3 Stanley Cup Playoffs:
2009-2010: 11 goals, 11 assists, 22 points
2012-2013: 10 goals, 6 assists, 16 points
2014-2015: 5 goals, 10 assists, 15 points
Sharpy certainly left his mark on the Chicago Blackhawks franchise. Tough to say if he will see his jersey in the rafters one day like Marian Hossa and eventually Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews. But regardless, his legacy as a Blackhawk will never be forgotten.
Check out some highlights from Patrick Sharp's time as a Blackhawk:
Also take a look at his recollection of his most memorable play as a Blackhawk: