Jay Beagle wasn’t on social media, but he had a connection with Capitals fans that was unmistakable. From interacting with kids through the glass to frequently giving away pucks and his own personal sticks, Beagle worked as hard for Caps fans as he did for his teammates.
Sunday afternoon, the undrafted Beagle officially left the Capitals, signing a four-year, $12 million contract with the Vancouver Canucks. Since word leaked on Friday that he would not be returning to Washington, RMNB readers have been sharing their photos with Beags and their stories interacting with the forward.
They’re powerful.
One of the final times I interviewed Jay Beagle, this happened pic.twitter.com/anLACHLxwx
— Ian Oland (@ianoland) June 30, 2018
— Caylee Mattera (@cayleemattera) June 29, 2018
Back home visiting va in 2015 and took my son to practice. He fell asleep but still got a pick w 83. Please don’t go!!! pic.twitter.com/q3hdPDzB9L
— P&C Dachshunds (@buckeydog) June 30, 2018
At Caps practice on 01 Jan, 2014 my kids were all about seeing Holtby and Ovi. At the end of practice all the players left except Beagle. He came over to my kids and about four others. He started signing a few things. He went and got each of the kids a puck, signed each one. One
— Erin (@Cande24Erin) June 29, 2018
Met him in Hershey after the 2009 and 2010 Calder Cup championships. He took his time with everyone even commented about how tall my son was compared to him. Truly a kind and genuine person! pic.twitter.com/yzOazdDgxE
— MichelleDunkelberger (@moopsze) June 30, 2018
Beagle and my nephews at practice before Game 4 vs Vegas pic.twitter.com/Bd29YU3LEm
— Joey Jewell (@joedjewell) June 29, 2018
i met beags last year in october and he was genuinely just so sweet and kind and became a favourite almost instantly. i’m gonna miss him ❤️ pic.twitter.com/KeYGJM8dnf
— nikki ✨ (@nikkibelikov) June 29, 2018
After being the first caps player my nephew ever met this spring, they declared Beags his sports godfather. Also so affable and likeable. pic.twitter.com/LLmukU8MAf
— Andrew Ford (@andrewfordjr) June 29, 2018
My daughter went to her first Caps game last year. During warmups, she had a sign saying it was her first game, and Beags came over and gave her a puck. Made her night! She still remembers it! pic.twitter.com/K7sdW4f7W9
— Natalie (@nataliegracie98) June 29, 2018
Shortly after Beage’s broke his wrist, my son broke his, as well. We were at a practice at Kettler and he told Beages his story. Told him to hold tight. Came back with an autographed stick
— Beth Pruski (@runner_beth) June 29, 2018
BETH, are you serious
— RMNB (@russianmachine) June 29, 2018
— Beth Pruski (@runner_beth) June 29, 2018
The stick stayed next to the TV for the entire post-season, moved once and it was the game they lost to Vegas. Don’t mess with the hockey gods! 🏒
— Beth Pruski (@runner_beth) June 29, 2018
I remember when Jay first got here. He is such a stand up guy and never changed. He would always take time to take pictures, sign autographs and for those of us who saw him often 🙂 he would take time to talk to us, like genuine conversation! His contagious smile will be missed! pic.twitter.com/2DLaAZOwM1
— Nicole Summerfield (@NicoleSummerfi2) June 29, 2018
I have to add he was a great player and teammate! He was the heart of the team. The guy who came out to not only play for his team, fans but for the love of the game. It truly sucks to lose him but I am hoping he goes to a team and gets mad money and ice time!! Jay we’ll miss you pic.twitter.com/uIRtGs4rT0
— Nicole Summerfield (@NicoleSummerfi2) June 29, 2018
This year at the STH party I had him sign a stick. He said they don't make them anymore and he really liked them. I tried to give it to him but he wouldn't take it. We went back and forth a few times but he wouldn't keep it. pic.twitter.com/uATJNFXOxM
— Michael #ALLCAPS (@red_beanz) June 29, 2018
Beags chatting with us at Sport Chevrolet about hockey and his little boy. He's simply the best #83 pic.twitter.com/EQV3AFk0g4
— jason lawrence (@jaylaw71) June 29, 2018
Wish I'd taken pic when Beags was yukking it up with this little kid, but it went on for a few minutes and made everyone smile. He demos camaraderie openly. He is a reason I went to practices when I had down days – his joy on the ice is contagious. From 20180601 practice. pic.twitter.com/Uvgptyt1Az
— Caroline Hemenway (@cghemenway) June 29, 2018
He was so great with the kids! pic.twitter.com/KP2WOwkzkm
— Derek Coburn (@cadredc) June 29, 2018
For the past two years, we've taken our daughter to the Dreams For Kids DC-sponsored skate with the Capitals. Beags was very nice to Ari, laughing when he asked who her favorite player was and she responded with "Ovechkin." He will be missed here in DC!
— Eddie Pasa (@EddiePasa) June 29, 2018
Beags is one of the nicest players EVER!!! He would always flip pucks over at games to my little brother and then my brother couldn't get over how tall Beags is in person😂😂such a genuine guy and will be missed alot pic.twitter.com/qrtXVVJv4B
— WE'RE NOT GONNA BE SUCK (@claire_altman16) June 29, 2018
We were driving up to the 8th level of kettler and Beagle was all done signing. He saw me run towards him and he put down his salad so he could sign my jersey 😩😩
— ⋆ ★𝔸ℕ𝔾★ ⋆🦄 (@tANGerine13_) June 29, 2018
That time I hip checked him and he came right back at me and I nearly flew across the room! Then we laughed and he gave me a big hug and a smile. pic.twitter.com/J5xpzLevvj
— 🏳️🌈Marta Alessandra (@madcaps) June 29, 2018
I was at Caps practice w/ @USAWarriors to speak to 3rd graders about hockey with @JoeBpXp & @ikhurshudyan after practice Jay delayed lunch with his grandfather so he could sign anything 80 3rd graders put in front of him and grandpa looked on smiling #classact pic.twitter.com/Q0crnx4miq
— Skip Robson (@skipnothing) June 29, 2018
Beagle was the first player I ever met. Came outside after practice and right away asked if anyone wanted an autograph or picture. Super nice, my moms favorite player. Gonna miss him. pic.twitter.com/Fl2Jf1UNxh
— Courtney Marx (@court_marx) June 30, 2018
🐶🐶🐶 pic.twitter.com/VAXLX54cvx
— Jared Spears (@jspears8) June 30, 2018
Was willing to take a picture with me and my friends after a game that went to a shoot out. Very nice guy, he even signed our tickets and pucks pic.twitter.com/gc836I1q5r
— Delaney Dayoan (@GoalieMonster) June 30, 2018
Beagle was the first Caps player I ever met at an event he did with Carlson years ago. They’re responsible for me even becoming a Caps fan and I’m so bummed he’s leaving! He’s such a cool dude. 🐶 pic.twitter.com/Uf6hjMGqsS
— 🏖🏝🏖 (@erikajbeach) June 30, 2018
I fell for the Caps just as Beags stuck with the team. From bag skating himself like a madman at practice to his absolute joy at being able to play in the 2011 Winter Classic, he immediately became my fave! So happy to meet him ⤵️ in 2013 & love that he raised the 🏆as a Cap! pic.twitter.com/IrpN6TrgZ9
— Carol (@Andiamo_Caps) June 30, 2018
Mr. Beagle is a professional on and off the ice. Well respected by everyone. He was a player who never took the fans for granted. He was a man of the people. Signed everything and took pictures with anyone who wanted one. He will be missed on and off the ice. Thank you #83! pic.twitter.com/adT5r2pxOw
— GENE WU #ALLCAPS (@TheWuWu) June 30, 2018
And lastly, my father was in rehab and hospital for a broken neck and Jay graciously and sincerely signed a get well card for my dad. Sadly, my father passed away couple months later but the genuine concern from Jay was felt and that was who is he is…. pic.twitter.com/EX64yx6hvX
— GENE WU #ALLCAPS (@TheWuWu) June 30, 2018
Met Jay numerous times at Kettler and he always took the time to sign, take pics and just spend time with fans. He was always one of the last to come out and I’d tease him about waiting for him forever! He’s the heart and soul of the Caps and I will miss him!🐶💔 pic.twitter.com/EjszfaHxWm
— Becky Peiler (@CapsGrl) June 30, 2018
My hubby and I were In the penalty box for warm ups he saw my hubbys jersey (his old jr jersey) and tossed him a puck a year later we were On a Caps road trip actually stayed at the Caps hotel. Jay saw my hubby & I came over and chatted with us for a good 25 min. Truly the best!
— Lindsay (@ljpg25) June 30, 2018
Met him when I went to Kettler with @tracyramone in March. He was the sweetest, took time with everyone and thought it was cool I’d come from Scotland for my first #Caps game. So glad I got to see him play and that he’s leaving a champ! pic.twitter.com/Rp0268C5FH
— FI MACKINNON #ALLCAPS (@purplefi) June 29, 2018
we had to create a product for class and sell it w a “commercial”, etc. so we asked beags to be our spokesperson since our professor is a caps fan and we figured it might get us a few extra points… he was more than happy to do it for us (and he nailed it) 😁 pic.twitter.com/7fLBxJyrsp
— madison (@madisondirlam) June 29, 2018
i got the pleasure to hug this wonderful human being. i will miss him greatly. one of my favorite hockey players 🙁 pic.twitter.com/GmcPOFE3Oe
— Travis Tuthill (@tuthill_travis) June 29, 2018
This year at the parade. This was a solid 10 second hug pic.twitter.com/Wr09xsMPlH
— Allie 🏒🏆 (@Alliekay26) June 30, 2018
Just before he high fived me and others at the parade. pic.twitter.com/0hkYZQL7Pn
— Lisa McGrath (@lisamcgrath) June 29, 2018
— Seth (@skittles0019) June 29, 2018
i got to high five beags at the parade when he got off the bus to say hi to fans and it was very sweet of him pic.twitter.com/lwBgKBWSO1
— emily cox (@emilyyyycox) June 29, 2018
I was able to watch beagle play in Hershey and then in Washington. Also had this awesome experience at the parade! Look at him making sure he doesn’t miss the mini fans. Such an awesome guy and a great player. So sad to see him go 😓 pic.twitter.com/W0o9ljueZK
— Emily Filingeri (@emmm814) June 29, 2018
Before he went on stage during the victory parade he ran across the crowd and came up to me and was yelling and gave me a bunch high fives! I felt like a little kid!
— Josh Mason (@BIGBABYWESH) June 29, 2018
he’s actually the nicest person i’ve ever met and i will miss him so much, he always stopped for pictures and to talk to fans. he will always be a part of the dc family forever, love ya beags 💓 pic.twitter.com/JYq8UFR2sp
— kayla (@kaylaghan) June 29, 2018
The first time I met Jay Beagle (in Hershey), he acted shocked when people asked for his autograph.
— Dave #ALLCAPS (@baltimoredavey) June 29, 2018
Had this same response from him when I told him he was my favorite. Totally shocked and happy.
— Megan Habeck (@Pinkrocktb) June 29, 2018
Not a story really, but I named my dog after him and I swear her ears went up every time he hit the ice😂 #LilyJay pic.twitter.com/IlnZN97zT1
— мєℓιѕѕα αℓℓєи ⚓️ (@Love4Greenie) June 29, 2018
Just an amazing guy how never said no to any who wanted a picture or an autograph. Wish him the best. pic.twitter.com/6uBg2ibn1g
— mig991 (@mig991) June 29, 2018
Once I was at a practice and normally people stay after to take pics with the players and for nearly an hour and a half no one came out but then Beags came out and made sure that everyone had a pic and a signature and whatever they wanted before he left (it was also 100 degrees) pic.twitter.com/JAyRQTvuWt
— Elizeah❤ (@itssselizeahhh) June 29, 2018
Despite the group waiting for him, he was amazing! He set his food down and started taking pictures and signing autographs. And before he left, he said: “Did I miss anyone? Did everyone get a picture that wanted one?” I’ve had the pleasure to meet hmm a couple of time. Cool dude! pic.twitter.com/V1sNtFTCOk
— Erin_Wilson (@pacergal84) June 29, 2018
Didn’t get a pic with him, but he did sign my puck in Buffalo. -Which is now on display in the room where my Beagles sleep. He was super nice, and signed for everyone there. #Beagle pic.twitter.com/NmQRhTkWsR
— James Misercola (@JMisercolaDBSF) June 29, 2018
At one of the STH events at Six Flags, Kenz asked Beags to ride a roller coaster and then chickened out and he rode the tea cups with her and mybother daughter, Kailyn. It’s one of their favorite memories! pic.twitter.com/kPqNmQLE2s
— Staci (@CapsDiva) June 29, 2018
Beagle always remembered us after that and even commented the one year to me “She’s grown a foot since I last saw her mom!” We will miss him so much! He’s a great guy on and off the ice! pic.twitter.com/12eApV3iXQ
— Staci (@CapsDiva) June 29, 2018
He was always super nice! Took the time to talk to everyone and take pictures! I wish he’d stay in Wash. Thank you, Jay, for everything you did for us! We love you! pic.twitter.com/opijSzDOKy
— Siskel (@MrsSaraTurner) June 29, 2018
When I met him I was just getting into watching hockey. I was figure skating and he was with the hockey players. I went and said hi after I was done.He took his time with all of us. He is the reason I am into hockey so much now . I will always be a fan of his no matter what. pic.twitter.com/3XfJ4QNOE3
— Abigail (@Avernon_70) June 29, 2018
Jay Beagle came out to sign a picture for me when it was 18 degrees! He was the only player I wanted to see, and after taking this picture he turned to me and said "You're SHAKING, are you ok? You warm enough?" #DadVibes #HesMyAgeButWhatever pic.twitter.com/thLuOxGJOV
— Kate Monster (@KateMonster08) June 29, 2018
I was at a game down by glass for pregame and beags offered a girl his broken stick … she was shy and started to hide … he acted like he was crying and she laughed and he was able to give her his stick … beags is the ultimate player and always has time for fans
— jake from statefarm (@nhsscottjacob) June 29, 2018
Thanks for everything, Beags. Just the classiest, friendliest guy – he loved the fans and always took time to say hello. We will miss you and wish you well! #ALLCAPS @russianmachine @ianoland pic.twitter.com/4WhCK356Xc
— Ann-Marie Ward (@martina09) July 1, 2018
I’ve visited kettler a number of times and I’ve been super nervous every time I’ve tried to meet players. Beags has been super nice every single time and made all my worries go away. Also rolled with the punches whenever little kids would make fun of the food he was carrying out. pic.twitter.com/YAJubSaHvs
— Liz ⚾️🏒 (@RaiseTheBarr1) June 29, 2018
He’s a Certified Good Boy, when we met him at Kettler he a) stopped for literally every single person, which was a lot because it was spring break, and b) told his single joke about not knowing they sold shirts with his name/number on em 🐶 pic.twitter.com/QfpvGppCI7
— maxi sad (@veryeva) June 29, 2018
I didn’t know he used that line all the time until he said that to me at Kettler when he signed my T-shirt then I saw a clip from casino night & he said it to someone who asked him to sign their jersey. I couldn’t stop laughing 😂😂
— Kel (@kelhoover90) June 29, 2018
Drove down from Maine to see the Caps and we waited outside Kettler for hours in the pouring rain to get some autographs and photos… Jay was the ONLY player to come out and sign autographs and get photos taken with us. He really is a standup guy! Super thankful to have met him! pic.twitter.com/oOBbtdwDCs
— Kayla (@kaylarae_127) June 29, 2018
I had brought my wife’s #83 sweater to Kettler to get signed by Beags as a surprise for her birthday. Upon finding this out, he asked if I would like him to personalize it, & was very careful to make sure it was perfect. I’ve seen less care taken with kids, truly a good boy.
— SCARY DAVE BELIEVED #STANLEYCAPS (@ScaryDaveDC) June 29, 2018
Met JB83 at a Make-A-Wish Foundation charity event at Top Golf in Ashburn. Such a class act and so accommodating to the fans. Sad to see his time here end, but at least it ends with him a champion. pic.twitter.com/alHL2aYUdS
— TFallonJr (@tfall64) June 29, 2018
From 2013 to 2016. Always so nice to us fans. 💕 I'll miss you so much! As the little kid in Kettler yelled to you one day "byeeee hockey player!" pic.twitter.com/QSjtaRIglk
— Sarah 💙 (@Sarah_Cole52) June 29, 2018
Jay Beagle is truly a heart and soul hockey player and I’ll miss him as a fan. He was also never one to leave a Craps table at #Caps Casino Night. pic.twitter.com/vm2wsFjKNy
— Amy Rothenberger 🏒🥅❤️ #ALLOURS (@AMYKINSSS) June 29, 2018
Can you hear the sound of my heart breaking 😢💔🐶😢? pic.twitter.com/Tok1mqIVRs
— Stanley Cup Sandy 🏆🏒🥅 🐶 😍 (@capsfangirl) June 29, 2018
The first Cap my son met. The man is awesome. His loss will be felt deeply. pic.twitter.com/so5cTQoH7T
— Brian Keith Cabacar (@bcab2312) June 29, 2018
After the Caps won Game 5 in Vegas, all their fans in attendance gathered along the glass to watch them hoist the Cup. When their families came out to the ice, Jay Beagle's little boy spotted us cheering and ran over towards us waving his little Caps flag. It was so adorable! 😊
— Boys and Girls and Babes 🏆🦅⛸️🏒🥅 (@danadaniello) June 29, 2018
I went to UAA with Beagle & I was ecstatic to see a UAA invite to the Caps camp. I got to meet him at development camp that year with Pinzotto and met him several more times throughout the years & after he won the Calder. We always talked about Alaska & he was always so nice pic.twitter.com/Joo4wV6wDY
— MARGE #ALLCHAMPS (@Margefro87) June 29, 2018
I remember going to Capitals practice as a little kid when I was first getting into the game. Beagle was the one to come over and sign autographs and signed the foam stick I played with inside. Being a kid, I used it a lot and broke it, but I kept it and still love it so much
— Seth Gussow (@seth_gussow) June 29, 2018
one day outside of kettler, we got into a 15 minute conversation about his pick-up truck and his history of buying them. that was literally it, and it was the best.
— 🏆 – JOCELYN 🏒🦅 (@fancythesnow) June 29, 2018
This was the same practice y'all ran an article on the kid who bet him about flipping the bottle and it landing – then Jay went back inside and gave him a hockey stick and signed it for him! We will miss him!!!!!!! pic.twitter.com/VpXBzIKEyl
— Stacey Lynch (@StaceyLynch82) June 29, 2018
— Nathalee (@nathalee_CC) June 29, 2018
Even my car is crying 😢🐶💔 pic.twitter.com/OkwuGEpN1o
— Stanley Cup Sandy 🏆🏒🥅 🐶 😍 (@capsfangirl) June 29, 2018
Jay Beagle was consistently one of the most amazing players I’ve ever met. He’s kind, sweet, always up for anything, and insanely down to earth. And although his squinty face never ceases to make me laugh, the news that he wouldn’t be returning to Washington broke my damn heart. pic.twitter.com/usj7gDzmeM
— reilly the positive sign girl (@burakovskyeet) June 29, 2018
This man is a staple of my childhood. I watched him glide across the ice alongside Ovi and Nicke. People forget that Beags went through ALL of the pain that both Nicke and Ovi went through during the postseason. I’m so proud and I’m so happy that he finally got to raise the cup.
— reilly the positive sign girl (@burakovskyeet) June 29, 2018
Jay, if you see this, I want you to know that you mean a LOT to the Caps and to the fans. I wish there was something we could do to make you stay, but I know you’re going to be so so successful no matter where you go. Thank you, Jay, for everything. From the bottom of our hearts.
— reilly the positive sign girl (@burakovskyeet) June 29, 2018
I went to a practice a few years ago on a weekday. I was probably one of 6 people at the practice. 2 of those 6 were little girls that really wanted some autographs. As practice ended, all 6 people lined up to wait as player after player walked by into the locker room. Beagle was
— Mitchell Moyers (@m_moyers8) June 29, 2018
One of the last guys off the ice, but was the first one to notice the little girls. He immediately made a dash towards them and made sure to sign everything they had and even had a five minute conversation with the two girls. He was all smiles and really enjoyed talking to them.
— Mitchell Moyers (@m_moyers8) June 29, 2018
— Holly S (@HollyinVA) June 29, 2018
Met him at Caps Casino night a couple years ago. Right before this picture was taken, I remarked on his height, and he joked, "Nah, it's fake. I'm wearing heels!" A genuinely good guy, a great player, and awesome with the fans. He will be missed for sure! Best wishes, Beags! pic.twitter.com/3T7ZkBPOqP
— Boys and Girls and Babes 🏆🦅⛸️🏒🥅 (@danadaniello) June 29, 2018
I went to a practice a few years back for my birthday. Skipped school and everything. The practice ended up getting cancelled but a couple players were there. The first player I met was Beagle. He took time to sign an autobiograph and tell me happy birthday. Best birthday ever.
— Ya boi Reideo (@RCE96) June 29, 2018
I met him when I was newly into hockey and he was in Hershey. When I told him he was my favorite player, he laughed and said he couldn’t believe it. Made sure to ask my name and gave me a hug. Has continued to be my favorite, he was my first jersey and so sad he won’t be back. 😭 pic.twitter.com/Yn3oXWbQnW
— Megan Habeck (@Pinkrocktb) June 29, 2018
I told Beagle I have family in PA & they give me a really hard time over the rivalry. His reply was “Guess we’ll just have to beat ‘em!” It didn’t happen 2 yrs ago when this was taken, but it sure as hell happened this year!! Thanks for the memories ❤️🐶 pic.twitter.com/FFt111gq9D
— Kel (@kelhoover90) June 29, 2018
After a practice (or one maybe Dev Camp), I went to the Ballston Mall Starbucks. Beags was in-line ahead of me & I nervously wished him well on the season. He said thanks & asked what I was having; he paid for my iced mocha & marshmallow bar. Then hoped to see me at a game. 💕
— Morgan (@amazinglyMorgan) June 29, 2018
The sun was blasting and Beags couldn’t see a thing, he still stopped and hung out with all the fans outside kettler! Standup guy #83 is! #ALLCAPS pic.twitter.com/5hLhemmdul
— Stasi Sabinin (@SSabinin) June 29, 2018
Noooo!!!!! 😥😥😥😥 pic.twitter.com/y4UxmyVsP7
— Mandy Smith (@MandyLynne48) June 29, 2018
@bigtomp68 pic.twitter.com/Vo3yDGdcPU
— alley881 (@alley881) June 29, 2018
My son and I met him a few months back. Super nice guy. We will miss him. pic.twitter.com/6FO059KBKv
— dan wivell (@33banky) June 29, 2018
Got to meet Beags back in 2013 at @ScarletCaps Hockey N’ Heels & made a great impression. I tripped on the rubber mats & almost fell into his knees. He helped me up & was so kind. Didn’t poke fun at me once hahaha really gonna miss his hustle on the ice and kindness off the ice. pic.twitter.com/MEwXfaNluf
— Ashley🏆🚨 (@JustCallMe_AA) June 29, 2018
I had told beags one day at practice that he deserved all star spot… his reply "if there was a penalty killing all star game, I would for sure be there" and that the key to killing penalties and playing hard was “avocados” ❤️💙 pic.twitter.com/ScHx52UYbd
— adam berner ➕✖️ (@i_bern_em) June 29, 2018
No photos with him, but here is me and @noshaym85 circa June 2009 in our Beagle shirts after our first @TheHersheyBears playoff game! Loved him then, love him now – it has been so fun to see him progress as a player over the years. #HBH #ALLCAPS pic.twitter.com/f8Q9tHjrBv
— Kelly (@kellobellow) June 29, 2018
Met Jay Beagle when the Caps practiced at the Naval Academy in late 2014. The team was spread out amongst the Midshipmen and each player ate at a separate table throughout King Hall. After a while when most everyone had cleared out, I saw Jay eating at a table alone… 1/ pic.twitter.com/eWhlbqARFC
— Alex Clements (@ayyclem) June 29, 2018
To any casual observer, Jay Beagle doesn't scream "hockey player" like a toothless Ovechkin or big Tom Wilson does, so he didn't garner too much attention from the Mids leaving lunch, but being a huge Caps fan myself, I of course knew exactly who he is and could not pass up /2
— Alex Clements (@ayyclem) June 29, 2018
the chance to sit down and have a normal conversation with one of my favorite players. Jay was awesome. Extremely down to earth and polite. He gave you the feeling that he actually cared what you had to say and was listening to you – which is very rare in a professional /3
— Alex Clements (@ayyclem) June 29, 2018
athlete/fan interaction. I debated whether or not to ask him to take a picture with me, or if that was being too obtrusive considering he was pounding the sliders they served for lunch.
I ended up asking and he did. He is mid-chew here of his hamburger, which in my book is /4— Alex Clements (@ayyclem) June 29, 2018
quintessential Jay Beagle. I wish I could say he gave me life changing advice or said something I remember to this day, but I can't. However, his positivity and just downright normal-ness is something I won't ever forget. Gonna miss seeing him in red. /end
— Alex Clements (@ayyclem) June 29, 2018
when I ran into him at casino night i asked him if he remembered me from last season and his whole face lit up and he called me by name, hugged me and then ushered me to discreetly take a photo with him bc we technically not allowed to. I adore him so much he has a way of making pic.twitter.com/czWuYU8S9O
— Sage (@capsvodkaaunt) June 29, 2018
These kids are 😭. Thank you for always being amazing to the kids and your leadership on the team. ❤️🏒 pic.twitter.com/5U0DgrARvG
— Megan Woodman (@RebelCapsGal) June 29, 2018
Beags signing my son Andrew’s hat! Super nice guy!!!!! pic.twitter.com/GKkoELbZPz
— Jason Volat (@JasonVolat) June 30, 2018
I used to serve Beagle when he got called up at The Melting Pot in Ballston. Always the nicest guy and so appreciate when in town. I caught him in the Kettler parking lot once after practice and as I approached him he said “oh thats right you are the fondue guy!” pic.twitter.com/6TRsRRH37v
— Andrew Stallings (@AStallings88) June 30, 2018
Met him in Hershey after the 2009 and 2010 Calder Cup championships. He took his time with everyone even commented about how tall my son was compared to him. Truly a kind and genuine person! pic.twitter.com/yzOazdDgxE
— MichelleDunkelberger (@moopsze) June 30, 2018
I’m from Hershey, I’ve grown up watching the Bears & Jay Beagle has always been my dads favorite player. At 17-18 season opener Beags came right over to my dad waving his jersey and signed it and stayed to talk for at least 5 minutes about Hershey & how he loves it there ❤️ pic.twitter.com/RztSnzn22H
— steph (@foxgirlx3) June 30, 2018
This is the part of hockey I don’t like. It’s upsetting to see a player who started with us and should end as a Capital. Beagle is not only the hardest working hockey player I have ever seen, but he is kind and so down to earth!!! You will be missed!!! pic.twitter.com/6Rfw3aQ383
— Angela Leggett (@angs264) June 30, 2018
We’ve loved Beagle since he was in Hershey!!! This news makes me even sadder than when we lost Alzner. 😢 pic.twitter.com/viUOnYpyir
— @nealscherer (@jillscherer5) June 30, 2018
Thanks and best wishes Beags. Always a clutch Capital. pic.twitter.com/mC3RQAGNXs
— Bill Bride (@Bill_DC) June 29, 2018
Richmond Va loves them some Jay Beagle. pic.twitter.com/m6IndC9hfa
— Broshie77 (@RowdyRam10) June 30, 2018
