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Shipped back to junior team Ritchie was reassigned to OHL Oshawa on Wednesday.

Impact Ritchie scored a goal on 11 shots and added six hits over his first seven NHL games, but he also carried a minus-7 rating and saw his ice time slip in recent games. The 19-year-old forward remains one of the Avalanche's top prospects, but he can play in a maximum of two more NHL games without burning a year of his entry-level deal this season. As such, Ritchie is expected to spend the rest of the campaign in the junior ranks, including potentially representing Team Canada at the World Junior Championship this winter.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first career goal Monday Ritchie scored a goal on five shots in Monday's 6-2 loss to the Islanders.

Impact Ritchie opened the scoring and notched the first goal of his career at the NHL level just 61 seconds into the game Monday, as the 19-year-old winger took advantage of a perfect set-up from John Manson to tap the puck home from very close range. This was his first point of the season.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Inks entry-level deal Ritchie signed a three-year, entry-level contract with Colorado on Monday.

Impact Ritchie produced 28 goals and 80 points across 50 regular-season appearances with OHL Oshawa in 2023-24. He also earned eight tallies and 22 assists in 21 playoff contests. The Avalanche chose Ritchie with the No. 27 overall pick in the 2023 NHL Entry Draft. The 19-year-old forward will probably be back with the Generals for the beginning of the 2024-25 campaign.

JULY 8 • ROTOWIRE

CHL notebook: Avalanche prospect Ritchie thinking, looking like pro | NHL.com Oshawa forward's mental approach, on-ice talent 'can drive an offense'

FEBRUARY 17 • NHL.COM

Notches two points in debut Ritchie (shoulder) made his season debut for OHL Oshawa against Kingston on Sunday, recording a goal and an assist.

Impact Ritchie managed 59 points in 59 games for the Generals last season and looks poised to average at least a point per game this season as well. Selected by the Avs with the 27th pick of the 2023 NHL Draft, the 18-year-old center could make the jump to the professional ranks next season if he continues to impress with his offensive upside.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss start of season Ritchie (shoulder) will miss training camp and the start of the season, Ryan Boulding of NHL.com reports.

Impact Ritchie underwent shoulder surgery following his season with OHL Oshawa. While no specific timeline has been established, his recovery will last into the season, making it unlikely Ritchie plays before November.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with shoulder Ritchie underwent shoulder surgery following last season and didn't skate at Development Camp, Evan Rawal of Colorado Hockey Now reports.

Impact Ritchie, taken 27th overall in the 2023 NHL Draft, remains a question mark as the Avalanche prepare for the Rookie Faceoff Tournament that begins Friday in Las Vegas. He was hoping to be available for the tournament, which features the top prospects from Anaheim, Arizona, Colorado, Los Angeles, San Jose and Vegas.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE