Richard Alan "R. J." Umberger, Jr. is a former American professional ice hockey center. Drafted in the first round, 16th overall, in the 2001 NHL Entry Draft by the Vancouver Canucks, Umberger has played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Philadelphia Flyers and Columbus Blue Jackets.
Umberger with the Columbus Blue Jackets in 2010
The 2001 NHL Entry Draft was the 39th NHL Entry Draft. It was held on June 23 and 24, 2001 at the National Car Rental Center in Sunrise, Florida.
Longtime Capital Brooks Laich was selected by the Ottawa Senators with the 193rd pick.