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And that mindset is a key component that van Riemsdyk aims to bring to the Detroit Red Wings, who signed the 36-year-old forward to a one-year free-agent contract on July 2, in the 2025-26 season.

Jason Mowry/Getty Images James van Riemsdyk could provide significant value for the Detroit Red Wings this coming season. The Red Wings struggled in multiple areas of the game in 2024-25.

Columbus Blue Jackets’ James van Riemsdyk (21) in action during the third period of an NHL hockey game against the St. Louis Blues Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025, in St. Louis.

The Detroit Red Wings have signed forward James van Riemsdyk to a one-year contract with a $1 million cap hit. van Riemsdyk is a 36-year-old veteran winger with 16 seasons of NHL experience.

James van Riemsdyk headlines a quiet day 1 of free agency for the Detroit Red Wings James van Riemsdyk signs. K'Andre Miller dealt to Carolina.