Guide Note

R.J. Umberger is an American professional hockey player currently playing for the Philadelphia Flyers of the National Hockey League.

Although he was drafted by the Vancouver Canucks during the first round of the 2001 NHL entry draft and acquired by the New York Rangers in 2004, Umberger did not play for either team. After joining the Philadelphia Flyers, he played for their American Hockey League affiliate, the Philadelphia Phantoms for the 2004-2005 season and was instrumental in the team's Calder Cup win.

Umberger joined the Flyers' roster near the beginning of the 2005-2006 season and has improved steadily each year to become a vital part of the team. Entering the 2008 Eastern Conference finals, Umberger was leading his team in playoff goals scored with nine.

Fast Facts

Full name: Richard Allen Umberger Jr.
Born: May 3, 1982
Position: Center
Birthplace: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Shot: Left

Categories

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R.J. Umberger

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R.J. Umberger Vital Stats

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- Height: 6-2
- Weight: 215
- Rookie Year: 2005-2006

R.J. Umberger Timeline

May 3, 1982: Born
2000: College hockey debut with The Ohio State University Buckeyes
2001: Drafted 16th overall in the 1st round of the NHl entry draft by the Vancouver Canucks
2003-2004: Did not play due to a contract dispute
2004: Traded to the New York Rangers
2004: Signed as a free agent with the Philadelphia Flyers
2004: Assigned to the Philadelphia Phantoms of the AHL, a Philadelphia Flyers affiliate
2005: NHL debut with the Philadelphia Flyers

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