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Jaromir Jagr, 54, Signals His Playing Days Are Likely Over

The Czech icon has appeared in only six games for Kladno this season, with his last on Dec. 21.

Feb 18, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA;  Pittsburgh Penguins former right wing Jaromir Jagr (68) reacts during warm-ups against the Los Angeles Kings at PPG Paints Arena. The Kings won 2-1. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo

Overview

  • In an Instagram interview posted late Friday, Jagr said fans will probably not see him on the ice again.
  • The winger is in his 38th professional season with hometown Kladno and has one assist in limited action.
  • Because the Hockey Hall of Fame requires a three-year wait after retirement, his eligibility is now no sooner than 2029.
  • A two-time Stanley Cup winner with Pittsburgh, he ranks second in NHL history with 1,921 points and is fourth in goals and games played.
  • He returned to Kladno after his final NHL game on Dec. 31, 2017, and sold a majority stake in the club last January.