2013-14 Jaromir Jagr 700th Career Goal Game Worn New Jersey Devils Jersey -- Photo Matched to 3/1 vs. Islanders....

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2013-14 Jaromir Jagr 700th Career Goal Game Worn New Jersey Devils Jersey -- Photo Matched to 3/1 vs. Islanders. On March 1, 2014, Jaromír Jágr scored his 700th career NHL goal while playing for the New Jersey Devils in a game against the New York Islanders. The milestone goal came in the second period when Jágr capitalized on a rebound, sending the puck past goaltender Evgeni Nabokov. With this achievement, he became just the seventh player in NHL history to reach the 700-goal mark, joining an elite group that includes legends such as Wayne Gretzky, Gordie Howe, and Brett Hull.

Jágr's remarkable career spanned over four decades, beginning in 1990 when he was drafted fifth overall by the Pittsburgh Penguins. He quickly became one of the league's most dominant forwards, winning multiple Art Ross Trophies as the NHL's leading scorer and playing a key role in the Penguins' back-to-back Stanley Cup victories in 1991 and 1992. By the time of his 700th goal, Jágr had played for several teams, showcasing his longevity and adaptability in the ever-evolving NHL. He would go on to finish his NHL career with 766 goals, ranking fourth all-time.

The subject jersey features the team logo crest affixed to the chest, with number "68" applied to each sleeve and again in larger format on verso beneath a block-lettered "Jagr." Interior collar provides "Reebok" branding and a size "58" flap tag. Fight strap remains anchored in place at lower rear interior tail. Game wear is evident, notably in stick marks at the team crest. Mesh hole patterning and loose stitching at the left sleeve number "8" accounts for the definitive photo match. Photo match LOA from MeiGray. LOA from Heritage Auctions.

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