James van Riemsdyk — Stats & Advanced Analytics
James van Riemsdyk is an NHL left wing for the Pittsburgh Penguins. In the 2025-26 season James van Riemsdyk has 15 goals, 16 assists and 31 points in 72 games, worth 5.1 Goals Above Replacement.
Player Overview
James van Riemsdyk is a seasoned veteran left wing, currently in his 17th NHL season with an extensive career spanning 1154 games. He boasts impressive career totals of 342 goals, 354 assists, and 696 points. While his peak GAR reached 17.4 in 2017-18, he continues to contribute with a 5.7 GAR this season.
In his current campaign, the 37-year-old has played 72 games, recording 15 goals and 16 assists for 31 points. His primary value driver this season is his even-strength defense, contributing +0.7 GAR, indicating he still provides a positive impact in his own zone.
Player Profile
| Position | Left Wing |
|---|---|
| Team | Pittsburgh Penguins |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 6'3" |
| Weight | 210 lb |
| Draft | 2007 — Round 1, Pick 2 — PHI |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72 | 15 | 16 | 31 | -16 | 14 | 99 | 15.2% | 11:44 | 54.3% | 16.2 | 0.3 | 5.1 | 0.91 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +3.5 | -0.0 | +1.1 | +0.1 |
League percentile rank: points 61th, GAR 62th, WAR 62th (100th = league leader).
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 72 | 15 | 16 | 31 | 5.1 |
| 2024-25 | 71 | 16 | 20 | 36 | 9.6 |
| 2023-24 | 71 | 11 | 27 | 38 | 9.8 |
| 2022-23 | 61 | 12 | 17 | 29 | 4.9 |
| 2021-22 | 82 | 24 | 14 | 38 | 4.9 |
| 2020-21 | 56 | 17 | 26 | 43 | 6.3 |
| 2019-20 | 66 | 19 | 21 | 40 | 11.2 |
| 2018-19 | 66 | 27 | 21 | 48 | 7.1 |
| 2017-18 | 81 | 36 | 18 | 54 | 16.9 |
| 2016-17 | 82 | 29 | 33 | 62 | 17.2 |
| 2015-16 | 40 | 14 | 15 | 29 | 6.6 |
| 2014-15 | 82 | 27 | 29 | 56 | 7.7 |
| 2013-14 | 80 | 30 | 31 | 61 | 10.1 |
| 2012-13 | 48 | 18 | 14 | 32 | 6.1 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season James van Riemsdyk has been worth 5.1 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 62nd percentile leaguewide.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+3.5 GAR), with even-strength defense his smallest contribution (-0).
Across 14 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 17.2 in 2016-17.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James van Riemsdyk's GAR this season?
James van Riemsdyk has been worth 5.1 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 62nd percentile of NHL players.
How many points does James van Riemsdyk have this season?
James van Riemsdyk has 15 goals and 16 assists for 31 points in 72 games this season.
Is James van Riemsdyk a good left wing?
James van Riemsdyk ranks in the 62nd percentile among NHL skaters by GAR (5.1) in the 2025-26 season.