Red Wings Free Agency: James van Riemsdyk

Looking at JvR's career to date and thinking through his role in Detroit

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While free agency got off to a bang on July 1st, Steve Yzerman opted for a few depth moves in the opening days of free agency, signing players who will provide depth in Detroit if not play for Grand Rapids. Today we are going to cover the signing of left wing James van Riemsdyk, a former #2 overall pick who has played for Philadelphi…