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 4.5 Goals Above Replacement.
Player Overview
A seasoned veteran winger, James van Riemsdyk has enjoyed an extensive 17-season career, amassing 1154 games and 696 points, including 342 goals and 354 assists. This season, he continued to contribute offensively with 15 goals and 16 assists for 31 points in 72 games.
While his peak GAR of 17.1 showcases his past elite scoring ability, he still provides positive value with a current GAR of 4.5. His primary contribution this season stems from power-play offense, where he has added +0.2 GAR.
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% | 15.1 | 0.3 | 4.5 | 0.81 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +3.4 | +0.1 | +1.1 | +0.0 |
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 | 4.5 |
| 2024-25 | 71 | 16 | 20 | 36 | 7.6 |
| 2023-24 | 71 | 11 | 27 | 38 | 6.3 |
| 2022-23 | 61 | 12 | 17 | 29 | 3.0 |
| 2021-22 | 82 | 24 | 14 | 38 | 3.7 |
| 2020-21 | 56 | 17 | 26 | 43 | 6.3 |
| 2019-20 | 66 | 19 | 21 | 40 | 11.1 |
| 2018-19 | 66 | 27 | 21 | 48 | 7.2 |
| 2017-18 | 81 | 36 | 18 | 54 | 16.9 |
| 2016-17 | 82 | 29 | 33 | 62 | 17.1 |
| 2015-16 | 40 | 14 | 15 | 29 | 6.6 |
| 2014-15 | 82 | 27 | 29 | 56 | 7.6 |
| 2013-14 | 80 | 30 | 31 | 61 | 10.0 |
| 2012-13 | 48 | 18 | 14 | 32 | 5.8 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season James van Riemsdyk has been worth 4.5 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 62nd percentile leaguewide.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+3.4 GAR), with shorthanded defense his smallest contribution (+0).
Across 14 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 17.1 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 4.5 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 62nd percentile of NHL players.
What is James van Riemsdyk's WAR this season?
James van Riemsdyk has been worth about 0.8 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 62nd percentile of NHL players. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
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 (4.5) in the 2025-26 season.
What is James van Riemsdyk's career GAR?
Across 14 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, James van Riemsdyk has accumulated 113.6 career GAR and 597 points.
When was James van Riemsdyk drafted?
James van Riemsdyk was drafted in 2007 — Round 1, Pick 2 — PHI.