Hockey legend Jaromir Jagr faces career-threatening injury
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At 52, hockey icon Jaromir Jagr faces uncertainty ater severe injury.
Jaromir Jagr, revered as the oldest active professional hockey player worldwide, grapples with a significant setback that could potentially curtain his illustrious career.
At 52, the storied ex-Pittsburgh Penguins forward, now playing in the Czech Extraliga for HC Kladno-a team he owns-suffers from a torn hamstring, stirring doubts about his future in the sport.
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After years of defying age with his on-ice performances, Jagr's role had shifted primarily to maintaining HC Kladno's competitiveness and vitality for its fans.
His return to active play, however, was abruptly marred by this injury.
"I have something to tell you. I know you're asking why I'm not playing in any pre-season games. Unfortunately, I was injured. I know that you supported me a lot and because of you I will not give up and I am training anyway. Back as soon as possible. Thank you for your support."
The injury occurred during a seemingly routine training session, and despite cautions from his physiotherapist, Pavel Kolář, Jagr proceeded with his workout plan-a decision he might regret.
"When I talked to the physiotherapist Pavel Kolář about the fact that I would like to properly train, he warned me not to do anything that my body is not used to. Of course, I didn't listen to him... I went for a run. Not the sprints I used to do uphill, but normally straight. But I put weights on my ankles and tore my hamstring. That was about five days ago. Pavel said it would be three to six weeks. We'll see how it heals."
Facing a recovery timeline of three to six weeks, Jagr remains hopeful yet realistic about the challenges his age presents in healing.
His frustration with the situation is palpable, yet his determination to return to the ice is undeterred.
"The worst part is that I'm mad at myself. I was preparing, I dropped a lot (of weight) and felt pretty good on the ice. Now it has stopped again, so I'll have to start from the beginning. But I'm not one to screw it up when I've put so much into it. The very next day I went to do things that didn't hurt. However, skating is very important and I won't be on the ice for three to six weeks. Maybe it won't be that long, we'll see. When I walk, it doesn't hurt."
As HC Kladno's season looms on the horizon, the hockey community holds its breath, awaiting the return of a legend who has given much to the game.
Jagr's resolve to come back, possibly for one last season, encapsulates the spirit that has defined his career: relentless, passionate, and ever resilient.
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24 AOUT | 13 ANSWERS Hockey legend Jaromir Jagr faces career-threatening injury Will Jagr play this season with HC Kladno? | ||
| Yes | 5 | 38.5 % |
| No | 8 | 61.5 % |
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