Penguins Fans Get Another Shot at Jaromir Jagr Bobbleheads Against Senators

Penguins Fans Get Another Shot at Jaromir Jagr Bobbleheads

Hey there, hockey fans! If you’re a Pittsburgh Penguins enthusiast, especially one with a soft spot for the legendary Jaromir Jagr, then this weekend is going to be a treat for you. The Penguins are giving their fans another chance to grab those elusive limited edition Jaromir Jagr bobbleheads. Yes, the very same ones that were supposed to be handed out earlier this year but mysteriously vanished before they could make it to the arena. The team assures everyone that this time, the bobbleheads will indeed be present and accounted for at the game.

Let’s rewind a bit to March when the Penguins had planned a special bobblehead giveaway to honor Jagr, who had his number retired earlier in the season. The bobblehead was designed to capture Jagr’s iconic “Jagr salute” celebration. However, in a twist that could only happen in the world of sports memorabilia, the dolls never made it to PPG Paints Arena. The Penguins announced that they had fallen victim to cargo theft, leaving fans empty-handed.

But all was not lost! The Penguins, ever resourceful, gave fans who attended their game against the San Jose Sharks a one-time scannable barcode. This barcode promised them a Jagr bobblehead at a later date. Jagr himself joined in on the fun, helping the Penguins create a social media clip where he and a bobblehead doll hit the road in search of the stolen shipment. It was a lighthearted way to deal with an otherwise frustrating situation.

Fast forward almost two weeks after the theft, and the Penguins had some good news to share. They announced that they had successfully recovered the Jagr bobblehead dolls. This was thanks to “a special cargo recovery team” that managed to negotiate the return of the stolen property to a secure warehouse located in Ontario, California. Talk about a happy ending!

Now, the Penguins are ready to make good on their promise. On Saturday, the first 7,500 fans who attend the Penguins’ game against the Ottawa Senators will receive a brand new Jagr bobblehead. This version puts a special emphasis on his glorious mullet, a hairstyle that became synonymous with Jagr during his playing days. For those who might not know, Jagr played 11 years for the Penguins from 1990 to 2001. During that time, he amassed 439 goals and 640 assists in 806 games and won the Stanley Cup twice. Not too shabby, right?

The Penguins are clearly excited about the bobbleheads finally being in the building. They’ve been teasing fans with a trailer on social media that features dozens of tweets about the bobblehead theft from last season. It’s a clever way to build anticipation and ensure that fans are just as excited about the giveaway as the team is.

• Jaromir Jagr played 11 years for the Penguins.
• He scored 439 goals and 640 assists in 806 games.
• Jagr won the Stanley Cup twice with the Penguins.

In case you’re wondering what Jagr is up to these days, he’s still playing professional hockey at the age of 52. He’s part of the Czech Extraliga Kladno Knights, a team he owns. Recently, Jagr posted on Instagram that he lost four teeth in a game. Ouch! Meanwhile, his new bobblehead looks like it’s the “after” photo for a teeth whitening service. It’s a fun little nod to the trials and tribulations of being a professional hockey player.

So, Penguins fans, make sure you get to the game early on Saturday to snag your Jagr bobblehead. It’s a piece of memorabilia that’s not only a nod to one of the greatest players in Penguins history but also a testament to the team’s resilience and sense of humor in the face of unexpected challenges. Enjoy the game and your new collectible!