Former Second Overall Pick & Current Philadelphia Flyer: James Van Riemsdyk

Episode 78- The boys are back off of a nice little holiday break with a great interview with NHL vet and current Philadelphia Flyer, James Van Riemsdyk! Before JVR joins, the boys recap the last week which included them hitting the links, getting back on the ice, and taking in the NHL draft. James then joins the guys for a great discussion on a variety of topics including:

Getting drafted second overall in 2007

Playing other sports growing up and still today

His time at UNH

Returning back to Philly after playing for Toronto

Playing in the Olympics

Making it on the big screen

& much more!

Following JVR’s interview, the fellas wrap up the episode answering the My Hockey Rankings Question of the week and talk about the free agent frenzy in the NHL.

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