James van Riemsdyk aka JVR, is an American professional ice hockey left winger, playing for the Columbus Blue Jackets in the NHL. He was born on May 4, 1989, he was selected by the Philadelphia Flyers in the 2007 NHL Entry draft. Growing up, van Riemsdyk was a hockey enthusiast and played for local teams like the Brick Hockey Club and excelled at Christian Brothers Academy. He later joined the USA Hockey National Team Development Program, where he developed a close friendship with future NHL star Patrick Kane. After his selection in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft, he chose to play college hockey at the University of New Hampshire, where he led his team in scoring as a sophomore. After two seasons, he signed with the Flyers, beginning his professional career in 2009.
Throughout his NHL journey, JVR has played for the Flyers, Toronto Maple Leafs, and now the Blue Jackets. Additionally, he has represented the United States in international competitions, including the 2014 Winter Olympics.
Who is the wife of James Van Riemsdyk?
James van Riemsdyk is married to Lauren van Riemsdyk, formerly known as Lauren Tjernlund. The couple tied the knot in July 2019.
The couple welcomed their first child, a daughter named Scarlett Everly, on May 2, 2020. Lauren celebrated her husband's 100th NHL game with the Boston Bruins in March 2024. The Van Riemsdyk family posed for a picture that the NHL official account posted on Twitter.
What does Lauren Tjernlund do for a living?
According to her LinkedIn profile, Lauren Tjernlund is a public relations and public affairs expert. She has worked as a Senior Financial Planning Analyst at BlackRock. Her experience includes sales marketing at Karen Group, an organization based in Oslo Norway.
How many kids do Lauren Tjernlund and James Van Riemsdyk have?
James van Riemsdyk and his wife, Lauren Tjernlund, have one daughter named Scarlett Everly, who was born on May 2, 2020. Their second child, a baby boy was born on October 11, 2022.
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