After a tumultuous period of uncertainty, the missing Jaromir Jagr bobblehead dolls have been found. The Pittsburgh Penguins recently announced that they have successfully located the stolen shipment of bobbleheads that had vanished on March 14. According to Penguins president of business operations Kevin Acklin, a special cargo recovery team managed to negotiate the return of the stolen property to a secure warehouse in Ontario, California.
The truckload of Jagr bobbleheads made its way back to Pittsburgh on a Monday and is now set to be delivered to the PPG Paints Arena within the next week. Acklin shared the exciting news on social media, hinting at a potential movie deal involving Jean-Claude Van Damme. This development serves as yet another intriguing chapter in the history of the Penguins, adding to the mystique surrounding the team.
The Penguins initially discovered that they were the victims of cargo theft when the scheduled shipment of Jagr bobblehead dolls failed to arrive before their game against the San Jose Sharks. The team promptly reached out to the manufacturer and transportation companies, in addition to notifying state and federal authorities in a bid to track down the stolen cargo. Despite the setback, Jagr himself collaborated with the Penguins on a social media video to lighten the mood and engage with fans during this challenging time.
In a bid to compensate fans who missed out on the bobbleheads on the scheduled night, vouchers were distributed at the March 14 game. These vouchers will now be honored at the Penguins’ upcoming games against the Tampa Bay Lightning on April 6 and 7 at the PPG Paints Arena. Furthermore, a “drive-thru pick-up option” will also be available during specified hours to ensure that fans can finally get their hands on the coveted Jagr bobbleheads.
With the missing bobbleheads now recovered and a plan in place to distribute them to eager fans, the story of Jaromir Jagr’s legendary celebration will live on. This incident, though unfortunate, has added a unique twist to the narrative surrounding the beloved NHL icon and the Pittsburgh Penguins. The saga of the missing bobbleheads serves as a reminder of the unwavering dedication and passion of the fans, as they eagerly anticipate the arrival of their prized possessions.