Jaromir Jagr Returns To The Pittsburgh Penguins In An Epic Practice

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Tyler Ball
February 17, 2024 (4:57 PM)

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Jaromir Jagr is known as one of the best hockey players in the history of the NHL. Having been retired for several seasons his return to the NHL scene has finally happened.

Jagr Returns To Practice With The Pittsburgh Penguins

Early this morning the Pittsburgh Penguins had a practice. As players came out to get their day going one surprise skater was revealed Jaromir Jagr.

Jagr's practicing with the Penguins today

Jagr was seen participating in different drills with the team. The 52-year-old even scored a sweet goal on Penguins backup goalie Alex Nedeljkovic.

Jaromir Jagr shows he's still got it by sniping Alex Nedeljkovic at Pens practice

While Jagr still is playing professional hockey in his home country of Czechia don't get too excited as Jagr will not be returning to the NHL instead he is in town for a celebration.

Jagr To Be Honored By The Penguins In Special Ceremony

Jaromir Jagr's true purpose of being in Pittsburgh this weekend is the celebration planned for Jagr on Sunday, February 18th. The 18 of February has officially been named Jaromir Jagr Day in all of Allegheny County.

We salute you, @68Jagr

It's official! Sunday, February 18, 2024 is Jaromir Jagr Day in the city of Pittsburgh and across all of Allegheny County.

Sunday is sure to be an epic day for Penguins fans and all fans who appreciate the impact that Jaromir Jagr had while in the NHL. Once the celebration ends Jagr will head back to Czechia and continue his season with the team he owns Rytiri Kladno.

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