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gvitaly · 07-15-2021, 03:17 PM

I think everyone expected this deal to be done. As for $900k, I don't think it makes any difference from a cap stand point. I liked Ritchie's effort, checking, and toughness.

I would like him to improve in the defensive zone. Especially at getting the puck out of the zone, and not icing the puck as much. I also would like him to be more aware of who his man is when the Flames are collapsing in front of their own net. That said, for $900k and likely 4th line minutes he is a good add.

07-15-2021, 03:17 PM	#22
gvitaly Franchise Player Join Date: Jul 2010 Exp:	I think everyone expected this deal to be done. As for $900k, I don't think it makes any difference from a cap stand point. I liked Ritchie's effort, checking, and toughness. I would like him to improve in the defensive zone. Especially at getting the puck out of the zone, and not icing the puck as much. I also would like him to be more aware of who his man is when the Flames are collapsing in front of their own net. That said, for $900k and likely 4th line minutes he is a good add.