Expect Ritola to be playing in Europe by the end of the week.
Mattias Ritola News
Ritola has no points through five games this season.
Ritola is scheduled to play in only his fifth game this season. He's still looking for his first point this season.
Ritola stays in the lineup and will play on the fourth line. Through his first game this season he has no points, registering one shot on goal.
Ritola should stay in the lineup on the fourth line. Don't expect too much offense while playing alongside the offensive mecca that is Nate Thompson and Adam Hall.
Ritola finally broke into the NHL last season following a few shuttle rides between Detroit and the Grand Rapids. With the lightning he managed to score four goals and eight points over 31 games. Expect him to remain on the bottom two lines.
Ritola could make the team as a spare forward after playing sparingly last season. He scored four goals and eight points in 31 games last season for the Lightning after getting claimed off waivers from Detroit. His fantasy impact is minimal should he make the roster.