Jagr’s No. 68 retired by Penguins in ‘great day’ for legend
Forward, who has 2nd-most points in NHL history, won Cup twice in 11 seasons with Pittsburgh
Jagr's No. 68 retired by Penguins
Jaromir Jagr, the forward with the second-most points in NHL history, had his No. 68 retired by the Pittsburgh Penguins in a special ceremony. Jagr, who spent 11 seasons with the Penguins, won the Stanley Cup twice during his time in Pittsburgh.
Jagr expressed his excitement during his acceptance speech, acknowledging the love he received from the Penguins fans. Pittsburgh was always considered his NHL home, and he was grateful for the warm reception he received.
To further honor Jagr, the current Penguins players wore his No. 68 for warmups, and many of them donned mullet wigs, a nod to Jagr's signature hairstyle.
Jagr's Impact on the Penguins
Jagr's contributions to the Penguins were significant. He ranks fourth in franchise history with 1,079 points in 806 regular-season games, and he played a crucial role in helping the team win the Stanley Cup in 1991 and 1992.
During his speech, Jagr thanked his former teammates, especially Mario Lemieux, who had a profound influence on him both on and off the ice. Jagr also expressed his gratitude to the fans of Pittsburgh, who made his time with the Penguins memorable.
Although Jagr played for several other teams after leaving Pittsburgh, he always considered the city his NHL home, and his number retirement ceremony solidified his connection to the franchise.
Weekend of Celebrations for Jagr
Jagr's number retirement was the culmination of a four-day celebration. He arrived in Pittsburgh with his mother and girlfriend, and the festivities began with a ceremony at City Hall, where Jagr was honored by the mayor and county executive.
Throughout the weekend, Jagr participated in various events, including a fireside chat and skating with the current Penguins players during practice. The fans showed their love and appreciation for Jagr, making the entire experience special for everyone involved.
Jagr's presence during the celebrations reminded everyone of his impact not only on the Penguins but also on the city of Pittsburgh. It was a weekend filled with joy and nostalgia as the legendary forward's No. 68 was retired.
