The Pittsburgh Penguins were forced to call off a Jaromir Jagr bobblehead promotion after the shipment was stolen ahead of Thursday's game against the San Jose Sharks.

The Penguins announced Thursday morning that they learned they'd been the victims of cargo theft after the bobblehead shipment failed to arrive as scheduled. There's now an open investigation as state and federal authorities try to locate the stolen items.

Fans attending the game will receive a voucher to redeem a bobblehead at a later date.

"We were shocked to be a victim of cargo theft, and we are working closely with local and federal authorities on the investigation," Penguins president of business operations Kevin Acklin said in a statement. "While this unfortunate incident adds to the legend of Jaromir Jagr, who will be in attendance as our guest at tonight's game, we look forward to resolving this theft and delivering the prized Jagr bobbleheads to their rightful homes, with our fans."

Some of the bobbleheads have already started appearing on eBay, according to Jennifer McAndrews of WCHS-TV.

Jagr spent the first 11 years of his NHL career with the Penguins, winning two Stanley Cups, five Art Ross Trophies, and a Hart Trophy. He had his No. 68 jersey retired by the team in a ceremony last month.

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