Rymsha joins Devils' back line

Photo: IMAGO

Defenseman River Rymsha is the next addition to Cardiff Devils' 2023/24 roster.

The 26-year-old American played last season in Heilbronn in the DEL2 putting up 20 points in 34 games. Prior to playing in Germany, Rymsha played a season in Czechia and two in Slovakia. At HC Detva, he played alongside Trevor Cox, while in Poprad he was a teammate of recent Devils signing Jamie Arniel.

"River is a solid two way defenceman with good size and mobility. He will play on the top four anywhere. He kills penalties, he blocks shots, he also has a physical element in the right areas. He is solid defensively and he plays with high compete every shift," commented Head Coach Pete Russell.

"I saw a bit of River closely last year and he played really well against us in the DEL2 in Germany, so I know what he brings to a team. He has good character, is a gamer and is desperate to continue to grow as a player. All reports on him are that River comes to play every day and is a great teammate. We are delighted to add River to our group for the season ahead."