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New Jersey Devils News / Pucks and Pitchforks / August 27
David Rittich has essentially been forgotten in the Devils goalie trio
The New Jersey Devils did a lot this offseason that caught some eyes and got analysts talking. Signing Anthony Mantha raised some eyebrows and lifted the team’s ceiling.
New Jersey Devils News / Yardbarker / August 11
Devils’ goaltending gamble could define their 2026-27 season
The New Jersey Devils spent the summer adding pieces to an offense that needed help. That part of the plan is easy to understand. What happens in net? Well, that gets a little murkier.
NHL News / The Win Column / July 21
David Rittich trade tree: From Czech free agent to Joe Iginla
Trade trees are always fun to look at because the moves you make today can impact an organization for years and years to come. There are always lots of turns and twists.
The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz
How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / July 6
Devils News & Rumors: Hayton’s Offer Sheet, Rittich Signing, and Top-Six Search Continues
So far, the New Jersey Devils have had a busy start to free agency. First, they extended Nico Hischier with a five-year deal, then re-signed Nico Daws for another two seasons.
The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000
The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / July 3
Devils Sign David Rittich to a 1-Year Contract
The New Jersey Devils have signed goaltender David Rittich to a one-year deal worth $1 million. Rittich went undrafted but signed with the Calgary Flames as a free agent on June 13, 2016.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 2
Devils Expected To Sign David Rittich
After trading Jacob Markstrom to Florida recently, the Devils needed some extra depth between the pipes. It appears that they’ve found that player as PuckPedia reports (Twitter link) that New Jersey is expected to sign David Rittich to a one-year, $1MM contract.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 2
Devils sign David Rittich to one-year contract
A veteran backstop is moving to the Garden State. According to PuckPedia, the New Jersey Devils signed goaltender David Rittich to a one-year contract.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / January 20
Three NHL goaltenders enjoying career revivals in 2025-26
Goaltenders are voodoo. Do you notice how few goalie superstars there are these days?
New York Islanders News / Yardbarker / January 6
Halfway home: Evaluating the Islanders' season so far as playoff picture sharpens
Let’s take a look at the highs (and lows) of the season so far as the Isles march toward their first playoff push since 2023-24.
The defining figure for every NHL franchise
People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.
New York Islanders News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 29
Islanders’ Anders Lee makes David Rittich admission after Blue Jackets loss
The New York Islanders lost to the Columbus Blue Jackets 4-2 on Sunday. Because of an Ilya Sorokin injury, David Rittich was thrust into action on consecutive nights, and Islanders captain Anders Lee praised him for the performances.
New York Islanders News / Field Level Media / December 28
David Rittich, Isles eye 3rd straight win in visit to Jackets
One of the most popular cliches in football is that any team with two starting quarterbacks really has none. The New York Islanders are learning the same is not true when it comes to a hockey team and goaltenders.
New York Islanders News / Field Level Media / December 27
David Rittich, Islanders turn in defensive gem to beat Rangers
Backup goalie David Rittich stopped all 27 shots he faced Saturday night for the host New York Islanders, who outlasted the New York Rangers 2-0 in Elmont, N.Y.
NHL News / Field Level Media / November 23
David Rittich, surging Isles edge Kraken 1-0 in shootout
Kyle Palmieri scored the decisive goal in the shootout Sunday night for the host New York Islanders, who edged the Seattle Kraken 1-0 in Elmont, N.Y. It was the first NHL game this season to remain scoreless through regulation and overtime.
NHL News / Yardbarker / November 19
Islanders-Stars game ends with ejection, review and Patrick Roy screaming
The New York Islanders' 3-2 win over the Dallas Stars on Tuesday night ended with complete mayhem.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 15
Kings recall Erik Portillo on emergency basis
The Kings announced they’ve recalled goalie Erik Portillo from AHL Ontario under emergency conditions. As he’s an emergency call-up, the Kings don’t have to open a roster spot for him – although they wouldn’t have had to anyway with an existing opening.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 1, 2025
Islanders sign David Rittich to one-year deal
The New York Islanders announced on Tuesday that general manager Mathieu Darche and the team have agreed to terms on a one-year contract with veteran goalie David Rittich.
Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 15, 2024
Los Angeles Kings to retain reliable backup goaltender
The Los Angeles Kings have signed backup goaltender David Rittich to a one-year contract extension.
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / March 12, 2024
David Rittich Helps Prove that LA Kings Are Just Fine in Goal
Not having played in two weeks, rust may have been a concern for David Rittich on Monday. However, the LA Kings netminder had none of that. After a lackluster game on Saturday against the Dallas Stars, the LA Kings needed a jolt of confidence on Monday night.
NHL News / Field Level Media / March 12, 2024
David Rittich makes most of rare start, shuts out Islanders
David Rittich, making his first appearance since Feb. 26, stopped all 26 shots he faced Monday night for the host Los Angeles Kings, who cooled off the New York Islanders 3-0.
NHL News / Oilersnation / February 11, 2024
Three Key Things: Oilers scoring woes, special teams struggles, and City and Colour
Friday’s game against the Anaheim Ducks wasn’t the prettiest win the Oilers ever collected, but the job got done, and that’s ultimately what matters. Against the Los Angeles Kings, however, Edmonton needed to be a whole lot better if their plan was to turn one win into two.
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / December 15, 2023
David Rittich gets called up
The holidays have arrived, and so has the injury bug for the LA Kings. The Kings, already without Vladislav Gavrikov, who is week-to-week, may have been dealt another injury on Friday afternoon.
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