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Former Penguins Legend Praises The Best Player In The League
Published March 13, 2024 at 1:45 PM
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Pittsburgh Penguins Legend Gives High Praise To One Of The League's Best Player
Penguins legend Jaromir Jagr recently gave an interview to TNT Sports, and during that talk, had very high praise for Connor McDavid.Jagr was at the Edmonton vs Pittsburgh game that recently took place at PPG Paints Arena. In this B/R video that was posted on X, Jagr talks about McDavid and how he is a big fan.
In the X post, it references that Jaromir Jagr is a big fan of Connor McDavid's game.
«He makes very good players look dumb sometimes.»
Jaromir Jagr is a big fan of Connor McDavid's game 🍿 pic.twitter.com/vxYz6DSX3D— B/R Open Ice (@BR_OpenIce) March 12, 2024
Jagr was asked if he watches the NHL and his interest in the league and about the standout players like McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, and obviously Sid. He did not hesitate to comment about McDavid.
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"Well, I do watch it. And Connor (Connor McDavid), that's a special kid," Jagr remarked. "I always said this is the best hockey National Hockey League, but he makes very good players look dumb sometimes, and I don't know if I could."
Connor McDavid and the Oilers did not disappoint their fans with a strong showing against the Penguins in a 4-0 victory. McDavid contributed with an early goal in the 1st period, adding 2 assists during the game.
Edmonton goal!
Scored by Connor McDavid with 18:52 remaining in the 1st period.
Pittsburgh: 0
Edmonton: 1#EDMvsPIT #LetsGoPens #LetsGoOilers pic.twitter.com/xIYxGBqnZQ— NHL Goals (@nhl_goal_bot) March 10, 2024
Jagr finished off his comment about McDavid with further praise for the Superstar.
"Well, he's very special to watch. And if you really like hockey, you should watch Connor McDavid."
As Read On: Sportskeeda - Jaromir Jagr showers high praise on Oilers' star Connor McDavid
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