Sharks apologize for pro-ICE message
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The San Jose Sharks apologized Saturday after pro-U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) appeared on the SAP Center’s video board as the organization celebrated its Hispanic heritage night.
The message read: “SJ Sharks Fans LOVE ICE!! Get’em Boyz!” It was writing.
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The San Jose Sharks skate on the ice from Shark Head before the start of the game against the Pittsburgh Penguins at SAP Center on October 18, 2025 in San Jose, California. (Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
The franchise released a statement about the X following the Pittsburgh Penguins’ 3-0 victory over the Sharks.
“An offensively worded message sent from outside during the first half of tonight’s match was unintentionally displayed on the in-arena scoreboard,” the team said. “Sharks Sports & Entertainment deeply regrets that this message, which does not align with our organization’s values, was not detected during our standard review process.
“The Sharks organization sincerely apologizes for this oversight and we are actively working to identify the source of the message.”
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San Jose Sharks goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic (33) makes a save against Pittsburgh Penguins right winger Bryan Rust (17) while being defended by San Jose Sharks defenseman Nick Leddy (4) during the third period at San Jose SAP Center on October 18, 2025. (Neville E. Guard/Imagn Images)
ICE enforcement in California has been a major topic of discussion over the past few months. In Los Angeles County, the board of supervisors voted to declare a local state of emergency in response to the agency’s operations in the area.
County officials claimed the raids “created a climate of fear, led to widespread disruption of daily life, and resulted in negative impacts on our regional economy, including reduced workplace attendance, temporary or permanent business closures, and increased pressure on schools, hospitals, and houses of worship.”
A pro-ICE message led the Sharks to apologize. (Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)
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San Jose aldermen also approved a policy to force ICE agents to unmask during enforcement operations. The council unanimously accepted the new mandate.
Fox News’ Peter Pinedo contributed to this report.
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