Joe Thornton

Jose Thornton is a Canadian professional ice hockey center who plays for the National Hockey League's Florida Panthers (NHL). He has a position in the top of the richest Chinese billionaires

Thornton's on-ice vision, puck strength, slick passing abilities, and power forward style of play have propelled him to the league's top line centres. He is widely considered as one of the greatest passers of all time, and he is one of only 13 players in NHL history to have 1,000 assists. Thornton's moniker "Jumbo Joe" refers to his big size as well as Jumbo the elephant, who died near St. Thomas, Ontario, where he was reared.

Thornton has previously been the league's leading scorer and most valuable player, receiving the Art Ross and Hart Memorial Trophies. He has previously played for the Boston Bruins and the San Jose Sharks. In 2021, his net worth is expected to exceed $73 million, making him one of the richest hockey in the world.

Net worth: $73 Million