Patrick Kane and James van Riemsdyk have finally become NHL teammates, 18 years after going 1–2
's class of 2007 just got a reunion nobody saw coming and it's happening in Detroit. The Red Wings just signed James van Riemsdyk to a one-year deal, bringing him alongside Patrick Kane, the No.
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1 overall pick from that same draft year. For the first time in their careers, the top two picks of 2007 are wearing the same jersey.
And honestly? It feels like a full-circle moment for hockey fans everywhere.
Patrick Kane and JVR were always linked but never teammates, until now
Back in 2007, Patrick Kane was drafted first overall by the Chicago Blackhawks, followed by James van Riemsdyk at No. 2 to the Philadelphia Flyers. Both went on to have long, successful NHL careers. Kane became a three-time Stanley Cup champ and one of the most electric American players of his generation, while JVR earned a reputation as a consistent top-six power forward and net-front scorer.
Despite crossing paths on Team USA at the World Juniors, Olympics, and World Cup, they never suited up for the same NHL squad, until now.
Detroit pulls a smart nostalgia move (and doesn't overpay for it)
Patrick Kane, 36, re-signed with the Red Wings on July 1 for a one-year, $3 million deal.
Aday later, JVR joined the roster with his own one-year contract, reportedly worth just over $1 million.
It's low-risk, veteran firepower, exactly the kind of savvy, budget-friendly move a rebuilding team needs to stay competitive and teach the next generation.
What this means for the Red Wings
Detroit's youth movement has been impressive, but it's clear GM Steve Yzerman isn't done building bridges between past experience and future promise. With veterans like Kane and now van Riemsdyk in the locker room, younger talents like Lucas Raymond, Simon Edvinsson, and Marco Kasper have serious mentorship potential right in front of them.
And let's be honest, this duo brings serious nostalgia to the table, especially for fans who remember their 2007 breakout seasons.
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