Because he continued playing professionally, his induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame has been delayed; he is currently expected to be eligible in 2029 .
Jaromír Jágr is the ultimate personification of hockey longevity, a player whose career has spanned nearly four decades and outlived the professional lives of teammates who weren't even born when he first entered the NHL. As of April 2026, the 54-year-old Czech legend has finally signaled that his record-breaking 38-season professional journey is likely at its end. 🏒 The Final Chapter (2025–2026)
After years of "one last season" hints, Jágr appears to have played his final professional game for , the Czech Extraliga team he also owns. Age at Final Game: 54 years old.