Penguins Offer Contract To Jaromir Jagr, Expect to hear answer tomorrow
by Hooks Orpik on Jun 28, 2011 8:08 PM EDT
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Will Jaromir Jagr once again be taking his talents to Pittsburgh?
We will probably find out on Wednesday. All the major media outlets have confirmed that Ray Shero and the Pittsburgh Penguins have extended a one-year contract offer for Jags to re-join the team that started his NHL career. Says the PG:
"We feel from the information we have and after seeing at world championships, that he's a guy who might be able to help us this coming season," Shero said. "We feel he's a guy who could help us this year, and retire as a Penguin."
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I started watching the Penguins in 2006, so I missed Jagr the first time. I was impressed by what I saw at the Worlds. More seasoned Penguins fans on Twitter are going so crazy and holding out so much hope. I really hope Jagr sees just how welcome he would be if he returned, and just how heartbroken he would leave most Penguins fans if he declined. He has the chance to end his career very badly or very beautifully. May he choose wisely.
"This would have been a goal if it went in."--Paul Steigerwald, 2/10/11
According to Rossi, he’s hearing that Jags was offered a fair price by the Pens. I think we’ll be hearing tomorrow morning that Jags is coming home…
Also: does it seem to anyone else that the Pens are the only team right now? I haven’t heard anything out of Detroit in a week and nothing out of Montreal, except reports of interest.
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I think Detroit’s management is listening a bit to their fans. No one here in Detroit wants him to sign with them. That’s ok – they can watch Sid hand the Cup off to Jags in ’12.
The Lions are going 10-6, and there is nothing you can say to convince me otherwise.
The Red Wings fan I married says the Penguins can have Jagr, and from Red Wings forums online, I got the sense that most feel about the same way. For sure, no Red Wings fan wants him as badly as any Penguins fan.
"This would have been a goal if it went in."--Paul Steigerwald, 2/10/11
by GreenEyedLilo on Jun 28, 2011 8:25 PM EDT up reply actions
Funny thing is, no Detroit fan I’ve talked to has called him old.
The Lions are going 10-6, and there is nothing you can say to convince me otherwise.
He’s 39; the Red Wings’ fans don’t want their team to waste good money on some Czech kid with almost no experience. (And being 37, I get to make that joke.)
"This would have been a goal if it went in."--Paul Steigerwald, 2/10/11
by GreenEyedLilo on Jun 28, 2011 8:51 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
Hey Girl, it’s been a while. How are you doing?
I’ve been following Jagrwatch on twiitter and seen you’ve been right into it.
Is it October yet?
I’ve been doing well. How have you guys been around here?
LOL to say that I’ve been right into it is probably an understatement.
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by AllieLXXXVII on Jun 28, 2011 9:01 PM EDT up reply actions
I thePensBlog guys will give me big time competition if I do attempt it, but I’ll keep your request in mind haha
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by AllieLXXXVII on Jun 28, 2011 10:46 PM EDT up reply actions
I think thePensBlog…
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by AllieLXXXVII on Jun 28, 2011 10:47 PM EDT up reply actions
I’m worried about what the “fair price” is. Rossi may have been told the Pens offered what they thought was fair, but Shero’s been cautious and seemingly the one going slowest on this. Not sure if what he thinks is fair is fair to JJ.
But then again, maybe it is.
"Game's the same. Just got more fierce."
To be more specifc, Rossi is saying he heard in the area of $2M. I would call that “a fair price.” The real question is, is that a fair price to Jagr? I would hope so.
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by AllieLXXXVII on Jun 28, 2011 8:56 PM EDT up reply actions
By all indications, that seems like a fair price. He’s said he’s play for the league minimum because he owes it to Mario. His agent says it’s not about the money. He says he wants to be back in the NHL.
Time will tell, I guess, how true his statements actually were.
by StripesForLife on Jun 28, 2011 9:06 PM EDT up reply actions
Time will tell, I guess, how true his statements actually were.
This.
Not much time either. I’m almost expecting to wake up and see that a decision has been made.
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by AllieLXXXVII on Jun 28, 2011 9:09 PM EDT up reply actions
Yes, but they want Jagr to give them his decision by tomorrow so that a “handshake deal” can be reached and they can officially sign him on July 1st.
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by AllieLXXXVII on Jun 28, 2011 9:19 PM EDT up reply actions
This is smart move by Shero, imo. That way, he’s free to do the work he needs to early on July 1 and he won’t have to worry about Jagr.
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by AllieLXXXVII on Jun 28, 2011 9:20 PM EDT up reply actions
Right. They’ll know Jagr’s plan by tomorrow. Nothing’s official until the pen meets the paper and it’s turned into the league, but given JJ’s connection to Mario and the Pens, if he says he’ll sign tomorrow, then I’m sure on Friday it’ll be official.
And, if he decides he wants to go another route, at least Shero and the Pens can still jump into free agency and try to sign a scoring winger that route.
"Game's the same. Just got more fierce."
by Hooks Orpik on Jun 28, 2011 11:04 PM EDT up reply actions
Yesssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss
The Lions are going 10-6, and there is nothing you can say to convince me otherwise.
Getting closer, looks like it’ll be done. Can’t wait for Jagr to score a goal at the Consol and listen to the crowd and Mike Lang. Too bad we don’t have John Barbaro around. But somehow they could insert a recording.
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# 68 ??????
not 2 sure ??? #68.WOULD LOVE 2 C IT. BUT,BUT. does not fit into new NHL.U HAVE 2 BACK CHECK.he .should play for FREE. .last 2 yrs w/PEN,S..was a CRY-BABY.took the BIG $$$$ and SUCKED.ran out of town…NOT 2 SURE..
His age is what I’m a little worried about.
However, his willingness to adapt has never been an issue & neither has his back checking, as far as I know. He adapted well with the Rangers, not sure why this would be any different.
If anything, it’s the Pens style of play that you should be worried about. But I don’t see why Jagr and Malkin can’t have their own style of play as one of the best 2nd lines in hockey (if not the best…).
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by AllieLXXXVII on Jun 28, 2011 8:55 PM EDT up reply actions
I also found this interesting at the end of the Tribune..
“In other news, Shero has made contact with unrestricted free agent Arron Asham about returning to the Penguins. Shero also spoke with agents representing Mike Rupp and Tyler Kennedy about possible contracts.”
http://www.pittsburghlive.com/x/pittsburghtrib/sports/penguins/s_744275.html#ixzz1QcgtjMR7
It is interesting. I wouldn’t make too much of it though. It’s got to be either Rupp or Asham and everybody knew he was talking to Kennedy. I expect Kennedy to get signed either by Friday or shortly there after. I expect to see Rupp and Asham on the open market.
by StripesForLife on Jun 28, 2011 9:52 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah, we knew about Kennedy but the Asham information is interesting. I figured he would be as good as gone.
Asham is a darn good player. And he plays RW; an advantage over Rupper who is a LW like Jeffrey, Tangradi, Neal, Kunitz, Cooke……
Pref is still prob Rupp, but would be great if they could sign both
by truculence is a virtue on Jun 28, 2011 10:16 PM EDT up reply actions
Asham’s issue was health. Not his problem he had some nagging injuries this year, but players of his ilk are a dime a dozen. I’d welcome Asham back, surely he’d be near minimum wage and we’ve all seen he’s a valuable NHL player when he’s healthy.
"Game's the same. Just got more fierce."
by Hooks Orpik on Jun 28, 2011 11:06 PM EDT up reply actions
I would guess strongly that if Kennedy doesn’t sign by free agency, he’s gone. It’s a weak FA class and he’s a 25 year old player coming off a 20 goal season. The money will be there if he waits for it.
But if he wants to come back to a solid team where he’s already entrenched and all his buddies, he might have the chance to do that. We haven’t seen what Shero’s offered, except for knowing it’s obviously a lot less than TK’s agent thinks he is worth. Don’t see shero blinking too much, and if Shero really wanted to keep Kennedy above all else, he wouldn’t have allowed the player to hit the open market on July 1.
"Game's the same. Just got more fierce."
by Hooks Orpik on Jun 28, 2011 11:10 PM EDT up reply actions
No money was released. Believe to be in the $2 million range which is fair for both sides.
by StripesForLife on Jun 28, 2011 9:49 PM EDT up reply actions
I hope there's a clause in the offer that acceptance is conditional upon Jagr growing his hair out
Super stoked!!
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by Will Bulldozer on Jun 28, 2011 10:25 PM EDT reply actions
Will trade the mullet if he promises to celebrate with the salute or finger kiss after every goal….Plus of course no weird soul patch growing.
"Game's the same. Just got more fierce."
by Hooks Orpik on Jun 28, 2011 11:07 PM EDT up reply actions
About time he comes back where he belongs
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does nobody remember how he fell out of and left the league to begin with a coupe years ago? Now you think he will come back and turn it on?
I loved Jagr, and even liked him more than most caps fans during his tenure with us (up until he completely stopped trying to play) But I just don’t see this as a good idea or anything more than a Gimmick.
What is giving you guys all this hope for Jagr to bring anything to your team? And I mean this in the most inquisitive way possible, not in a negative way.
When Jags left the league in 2008, it sure as heck wasn’t because he was lacking skill. He put up 71 points. And I guess you didn’t watch a whole lot of his play during the Olympics or other international play, he’s definitely still a force. Not sure about your implication that he’s sucked ever since leaving the NHL.
He’s wanted here because he’s one of the best players in franchise history and now he has a chance to make a last run at the Cup before he calls it a career. Plus, the Pens DO need right wingers…only wondering but at price, I don’t see anyone close to as good as Jags on the free agent market. Tell me how JJ getting signed makes the Pens a worse team than without him?
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by BobPurkey34 on Jun 29, 2011 12:46 AM EDT up reply actions
I did watch the Olympics, limited time watching the czech team – other than the replay of the Ovechkin hit on Jags.
My point wasn’t to rile you up, I just seem to remember him getting a little pouty in NY and leaving the league, just like he got pouty in WAS and left the caps… If that’s the image he’s trying to fix, more power to him…I just didn’t know why you would really really want it to be your team he comes to.
but it seems its the nostalgia and hope that he might bring out some of the Jags of old. Sounds good, I hope to see one of the greats shine one more time with you
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I want to see this picture remade, 2 decades later. 66 and 68, time to start the mullet regrowth.
by Zuhbeenick Mickhawlick on Jun 29, 2011 1:30 AM EDT reply actions 1 recs
Man, is hair like Jagr’s even legal any more?
by The Malk-Man on Jun 29, 2011 1:33 AM EDT up reply actions
To me, 68 ain’t 68 without the helmet pelt flapping in the breeze.
by Zuhbeenick Mickhawlick on Jun 29, 2011 1:35 AM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
Any news yet?
And now?
And NOW?
(it’s going to be a long day)
What about now?
Hello! Any news?
…
by -CEZ- on Jun 29, 2011 5:27 AM EDT reply actions 1 recs
By the way, any chance that Jagr’s return would bring back the übercool TRIANGULAR LOGO? (See my pic) ^_^;
the dirty bird/pidgeon logo? i really wish they would make it their alternate jersey
We have to unify and watch our flag ascend!
i never liked the dirty bird logo. just my personal taste. i think the diagonal Pittsburgh lettering would be the best 3rd jersey
by mcnulty4prez on Jun 29, 2011 9:03 AM EDT up reply actions
Agreed. Bring back the Snoop Dogg jerseys!
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mixed emotions. if he brings solid production (around 70 points) and improves our PP throughout the season, then it’s a good deal. Jagr’s attitude still worries me, and I wonder how he’ll fit into Bylsma’s system. but, as always, in Shero we trust.
Whoa. I don’t think anyone should expect him to put up 70 points.
40-50 and 20 goals would be fabulous and that’s the ideal number for me.
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by AllieLXXXVII on Jun 29, 2011 12:15 PM EDT up reply actions
Sorry. Should say 40-50 POINTS
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by AllieLXXXVII on Jun 29, 2011 12:15 PM EDT up reply actions
I’m expecting him to put up nearly a point per game. I am, however, not expecting him to play 82 games. So that’s 60-70 points for me. Even Mr. bobblehands can put up 40 points playing with Sid.
Robert Vollman sez:
Jaromir Jagr’s last NHL season, age 35:
82 GP, 25 G, 46 A, 71 PTS
NHL Equivalent of his 3 KHL seasons, pro-rated to 82 games:
82 GP, 26 G, 41 A, 67 PTS
He’ll be turning 40 in February
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The hole: Top-line winger
No team heads into 2011-12 with a bigger question mark than the Pittsburgh Penguins, who are one healthy Sidney Crosby away from vaulting themselves back to championship contention. But whether the concussion-plagued Crosby is ready for the beginning of the season or not, Pittsburgh’s hole remains the same: a true top-line winger to complement its captain or pick up the slack until he’s able to return. Ideally, we’re talking about a veteran right winger who can improve the Pens’ perennially struggling power play.
The fix: Sign RW Jaromir Jagr, UFA (12.8 GVT in 2007-08)
He’s 39 years old, three seasons removed from his last NHL campaign, and has donned the colors of the Washington Capitals and New York Rangers more recently than the black-and-gold of the Pens. That said, Jaromir Jagr is a slam-dunk future Hall of Famer, former Pittsburgh captain and two-time Stanley Cup winner. Further, he posted a respectable 71 points in his final NHL campaign and in the 2010 Olympics proved that he could still hold his own against the world’s elite. Based on his 42 points in 51 games in the second-best league in the world (Russia’s KHL), a 60-point season would be well within reach for the Pittsburgh legend. And if Jagr could duplicate his 4.65 PPP/60 from 2008-09, he’d instantly make himself the Penguins’ best option on the man advantage.
As per Rob Rossi, Jags is on a flight to NY, will arrive 3:00 PM. Announcement expected at that time.
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Seriously? 3pm? I feel like a 6 year old on Christmas Eve. I can’t sleep, I can’t eat. 3PM JUST GET HERE ALREADY SO WE CAN OPEN OUR PRESENT.
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