"He's very poised with the puck. He moves the puck well. He spins very well and creates space for himself very well."
"They were playing against their top line all night long. For a 20-year-old, it's impressive to see what he's doing on the ice."
"In that situation, I'm willing to try and block a shot. I mean, it's pretty hard to block out an Adam Fox shot but I was trying to be in the lane."
Calum Ritchie, 20, arrived in the Brock Nelson trade after being a 2023 first-round pick by Colorado. He has stood out during New York Islanders training camp and preseason with composure on the puck, quick puck movement, tight spins, and an ability to create space. He centered a line with Emil Heineman and Kyle Palmieri that matched up against the opponent's top line. Ritchie played trusted defensive minutes late in a 5-4 win at Madison Square Garden, including defending a six-on-five and attempting to block a shot, earning increased responsibility and roster consideration.
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