Yes, Jaromir Jagr is still kickin’, and he’s on the move.
#NJDevils acquire Florida’s 2nd-rd pick in 2015 & New Jersey's option of Florida or Minnesota’s 3rd-rd selection in 2016 for Jaromir Jagr.
— New Jersey Devils (@NHLDevils) February 26, 2015
The 43-year old has defined the term “adjustment”, since breaking into the league in 1990 with the Pittsburgh Penguins. He bounced from Pittsburgh to Washington and New York, before leaving for three seasons to play in the KHL from 2008-2011.
In the 2011 offseason he returned to the NHL, starting in Philly and potting 54 points in his return. After signing with Dallas the next season, Jagr was traded mid-season to Boston, which saw him go to the Stanley Cup Final. After the Bruins let him go, Jaromir ended up finding a home in New Jersey for the next two seasons. Last season, he played all 82 games and potted 24 goals with 67 points as a 41-year old.
This season, Jagr has been arguably the best forward the Devils have had, and helping to drive the team’s offense.
To the Florida Panthers he brings a reputation that is of legend. He’s 5th on the all-time goals and points list, and has won two Stanley Cups, both with the Penguins in ’90-91 and ’91-92. He’s appeared in three Finals and will bring a playoff pedigree to his new club as they try to track down the Bruins for the East’s final playoff spot.
Where he will end up after the season? Your guess is as good as mine, as he’s scheduled to be an unrestricted free agent; but if there’s one thing we’ve learned about Jagr, he will play, and play, and play.
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