james van riemsdyk

This week the guys look at the problems down in Philadelphia and where the Flyers might be going. They also briefly discuss the ncaa hockey tournament as well.

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BONUS CONTENT! Philadelphia Flyers left winger and former 2nd overall NHL draft pick James van Riemsdyk has over 500 career total points during his 12+ seasons as a professional hockey player. Now, JVR is off to one of the hottest starts of his career as a veteran in the league. The former middle school and high school classmates from Middletown, NJ linked up for a fun episode of Keep Swinging. After listening to the full interview and this bonus content, you'll find yourself inspired, motivated, and ready to accomplish your goals. JVR plays a round of Pepper in this week's bonus content to get you pumped up! 

James van Riemsdyk's love for hockey began in Middletown, NJ where he grew up on the Jersey Shore. His drive and passion would lead him to being selected 2nd overall in the 2007 NHL Draft. He's achieved the remarkable feat of playing over 10 years in the NHL. In this episode of Keep Swinging, JVR shares his hockey journey, how he's been able to stay so consistent and what has been the driving force behind his 500+ points total for his career that also includes representing the United States in the Olympics. Get strapped in as the former middle school and high school classmates from Middletown, NJ natives are ready to fire you up to help you become your best self!

Jordan Hall, Taryn Hatcher, and Joe Fordyce discuss

• (0:35) — It might be time to panic in this shorten season.
• (16:54) — Should Carter Hart play Saturday and can he spring them?
• (25:50) — The Flyers are really feeling the loss of Matt Niskanen.

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Jordan Hall and Joe Fordyce discuss:

• (1:02) — Hart pulled as Flyers pull off comeback to avoid disaster against Sabres.
• (9:13) — Add defense to the list of concerns.
• (20:37) — Cold Brew check: More worried about defense or Hart?

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Jordan Hall, Taryn Hatcher, and Joe Fordyce discuss

• (0:50) — Are the recent losses self-inflicted?
• (9:47) — Questionable calls hurt Sunday night against the Capitals.
• (21:10) — PointsBet East Division odds.
• (23:15) — Having fans back in the Wells Fargo Center.

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Jordan Hall, Taryn Hatcher, and Joe Fordyce discuss

• (0:50) — Season-defining type of win.
• (6:45) — Joel Farabee was a late scratch before the Penguins game.
• (15:06) — What can should fans expect as the Wells Fargo Center welcomes fans back to games.
• (27:42) — Having fans back should give the Flyers a boost.

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Jordan Hall, Taryn Hatcher, and Joe Fordyce discuss

• (0:50) — Claude Giroux returns with an impressive game in Flyers' much-needed win.
• (6:10) — Shayne Gostisbehere has an offensive breakthrough.
• (10:00) — Ron Hextall and the Penguins snags Mark Friedman from Flyers.
• (16:54) — Cold Brew Check presented by Dunkin'.
• (23:05) — The Flyers have the second best odds to win the Eastern Division.

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Jordan Hall, Taryn Hatcher, and Joe Fordyce discuss

• (1:08) — Another Flyers game postponed as team now has its plan for return to practice.
• (11:47) — Concerns over long layoff.
• (21:02) — Working with Scott Hartnell.

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Jordan Hall, Taryn Hatcher, and Joe Fordyce discuss

• (1:08) — The Flyers' current problems are perplexing.
• (9:58) — James Van Riemsdyk continues to roll back the years and lead the Flyers offense.
• (13:42) — Is the up and down play personnel driven?
• (16:37) — Sanheim misses Flyers' game vs. Capitals because of COVID protocol.
• (30:05) — Carter Hart looking to get back to form.

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Jordan Hall and Taryn Hatcher are joined by Flyers broadcaster Jim Jackson to discuss:

• (1:05) — Not the worst loss of the season, but it was bad.
• (13:01) — Plenty of issues go beyond Matt Niskanen.
• (17:01) — No reason to panic.
• (29:50) — Jim Jackson's career in broadcasting.
• (43:58) — Taking time to mentor college students who want to get into broadcasting.

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Jordan Hall and Taryn Hatcher discuss:

• (1:05) — Reaction to Travis Konecny benching.
• (7:41) — Scary thought as Flyers sweep Isles for best 10-game start since Primeau's captain days.
• (26:44) — More impressed by Farabee or JVR so far?
• (36:45) — Are you sold on the Flyers' odds?

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Jordan Hall, Taryn Hatcher, and Joe Fordyce discuss

• (0:58) — Biggest takeaway from win over the Devils.
• (8:41) — James van Riemsdyk has been the X-fact so far this season.
• (17:45) — How will the Flyers stack up against the Islanders? East?
• (20:27) — Carter Hart looking to get back to form.
• (24:33) — Concerns with match-up against the Islanders.

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Host Joey Alfieri and Rotoworld senior writer and editor Michael Finewax look back at all the big headlines from free agency.

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