Jaromir Jagr returns to the ice at 50, the Washington Capitals put up igloos to celebrate winter and the Winnipeg Jets bring holiday cheer to local children.
On the 12th day of December, The Hockey News gave to its readers three more stories to recap the week that was from around the hockey world:
Jaromir Jagr Turns Back Father Time Once Again
When your team is short on skaters and facing a second straight game postponement due to an illness outbreak, what do you do? If you're Jaromir Jagr, the owner of Klando you make your return to the ice.
The 50-year-old player/owner made his season debut with the Czech Extraliga this weekend in a 7-3 loss to Liberec, but in 15 minutes of ice time, he put up two assists.
A two-point night at 50 in his 35th season of pro hockey is not too shabby. The Hockey Hall of Fame should really make an exception with the waiting period and induct him as apart of the 2023 class. His eligibility really shouldn't be pushed back to 2026 at the earliest for because of this return to the ice.
The Washington Capitals Are Getting Into The Christmas Spirit
Looking for something fun to do in DC? The Washington Capitals have you covered.
This past week the team announced the opening of Capitals Winter At The Wharf, a brand new fan experience at the Wharf which runs from Dec. 8 to Feb. 25.
There are team-themed igloos for fans to lounge in and watch Capitals content as well as viewing parties and skating events for fans.
Judging from the footage, if you're in the area, it looks to be worth checking out this winter.
The Winnipeg Jets Bring Holiday Cheer
In Winnipeg, the Jets were able to bring smiles to some young faces after making their return to the Children's Rehab Foundation and the Health Sciences Centre Winnipeg.
Various members of the Jets spent time with kids playing video games, air hockey and basketball along with signing autographs and taking pictures.
For so many kids, interacting with their favorite hockey players had to be a moment that they'll never forget.
