There are a number of scouts that feel if Ritchie goes to the right team that works with his consistency and conditioning issues, he could end up being the best player in the draft. I myself have him ranked 5th on my list, and would be 'somewhat disappointed' taking him there, but I will not freak out if the Flames select him there. He has legitimate upside, and fills a very big need on the team moving forward, especially in this division.
The last thing I want to see happen is him going to the Canucks or dropping to Anaheim. Hope an Eastern team takes him.
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