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James Van Riemsdyk Fills Key Role Red Wings Were Lacking
- On the opening day of unrestricted free agency, the Detroit Red Wings agreed to terms with 36-year-old forward James van Riemsdyk on a one-season deal valued at $1 million.
- The signing follows Detroit's long rebuilding efforts led by GM Steve Yzerman, who made recent roster moves and aims to end the team's nine-year playoff drought.
- Van Riemsdyk, a seasoned 16-year NHL player, contributed solid secondary offense with 16 goals and a total of 36 points for Columbus last season, and is anticipated to bring experienced leadership along with a strong presence in front of the net.
- Van Riemsdyk emphasized that as players advance in their careers, they develop a recognizable style or role on the ice and must become more adaptable to contribute effectively in various ways for their team.
- Detroit hopes van Riemsdyk’s experience and adaptability will help the team become a playoff contender, building on close calls in recent seasons and a growing core led by Patrick Kane.
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Finally a Red Wing, James van Riemsdyk hopes ‘calling card’ can help push for playoffs
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Finally a Red Wing_ James van Riemsdyk hopes 'calling card' can help push for playoffs
Ted Kulfan asks James van Riemsdyk about joining the Red Wings. Ted Kulfan asks James van Riemsdyk about joining the Red Wings. Detroit — It took awhile, but forward James van Riemsdyk is finally on the Red Wings' roster. The Wings were reportedly interested in acquiring van Riemsdyk two seasons ago at the trade deadline, but the trade was derailed at the last minute. The two sides worked out a deal Tuesday, the first day of unrestricted free ag…
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