The return of Jaromir Jagr to the Pittsburgh Penguins as a franchise legend has been a notable highlight of the 2023-24 season. Jagr’s jersey retirement ceremony and his participation in the Mario Lemieux Fantasy Camp have sparked discussions about his potential role with the Penguins going forward.
In a press conference preceding his jersey retirement, Jagr expressed that Pittsburgh and the Penguins have always been his hockey home. He also noted that he needs to officially retire from playing with his professional team in Czechia before considering any future commitments. At 51 years old, Jagr mentioned that he will assess his options at the end of the season.
According to Josh Yohe of the Athletic, the Penguins are eager to bring Jagr back in some capacity in the near future.
Jaromir Jagr’s return to the Pittsburgh Penguins as a revered figure in franchise history has been a notable highlight of the 2023-24 season. His jersey retirement event and participation in the Mario Lemieux Fantasy Camp have generated discussions about his potential role with the Penguins moving forward.
In a press conference leading up to his jersey retirement, Jagr expressed his deep connection to Pittsburgh and the Penguins, referring to them as his hockey home. He also mentioned the need to formally retire from his professional team in Czechia before considering any future commitments. At 51 years old, Jagr indicated that he will evaluate his options at the conclusion of the season.
According to Josh Yohe of the Athletic, the Penguins are keen on reintegrating Jagr into the organization in some capacity in the near future.
