The Florida Panthers have signed Joe Thornton to a one-year contract, the team announced on Friday."With more than 1,600 games played in the NHL, Joe will bring a wealth of experience to our locker room and lineup," general manager Bill Zito said in a statement. "His drive to succeed is unmistakable and we are thrilled that he chose to sign with our club and that he believes in what we are building here in South Florida."Thornton, 42, has played in the NHL for 24 seasons, most recently with the Toronto Maple Leafs.

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