Jaromr Jgr became the oldest professional hockey player when he scored in his first game since turning 52

Jaromír Jágr scores in first game since turning 52, passes Gordie Howe as oldest professional hockey player. JáGr began his NHL career in 1990 with the Pittsburgh Penguins. Jómír passed Howe as the NHL's oldest player in his career.

Jaromir Jagr passes Gordie Howe to become oldest professional hockey player. Jagr returned to action Thursday for the first time since turning 52 and immediately scored. Pittsburgh Penguins legend Jagr returns to action after turning 52 on Thursday night. He scored a goal in his first game since his birthday.

Jaromir Jagr becomes the oldest player taking regular shifts in professional ice hockey. The former NHL star scored in his first game since turning 52. Jagr surpassed Gordie Howe to become the oldest NHL player to take regular shifts. He immediately scored as he surpassed Howe in his return to action.