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Falls in shootout to Sharks Rittich turned aside 24 of 27 shots in a 4-3 shootout loss to San Jose on Monday.

Impact Rittich was beaten on shootout attempts by Logan Couture and Fabian Zetterlund, which cost the Kings the extra point. The 31-year-old netminder had been doing well leading up to this game, saving 86 of 91 shots (.945 save percentage) over his previous four contests. Even after this setback, Rittich's 4-1-2 record, 1.76 GAA and .931 save percentage across eight contests overall makes him a strong option for LA, especially with Cam Talbot struggling with a 4.20 GAA and an .874 save percentage over his last five appearances.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Goaltender David Rittich | 01.20.24 LA Kings Win over New York Rangers | Postgame Media

JANUARY 21 • YOUTUBE

David Rittich and the Kings spoil Jonathan Quick's return to Los Angeles Rittich has gone 4-1-1 in his six starts and helped the Kings to a 2-1 win over the Rangers in Quick's much-anticipated trip back to L.A.

JANUARY 21 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Back in net Monday Rittich will start at home versus the Sharks on Monday, Dennis Bernstein of The Fourth Period reports.

Impact It'll be the third consecutive start for Rittich, who's gone 2-1-0 while allowing just five goals on 88 shots in his previous three outings. The 31-year-old netminder has certainly earned the opportunity for more work in LA, especially with Cam Talbot struggling of late. Rittich will face a Sharks team that's averaging a league-worst 2.04 goals per game.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Starting vs. New York Rittich will guard the home net Saturday against the Rangers, Zach Dooley of the Kings' official site reports.

Impact Rittich will make a second straight start after he allowed two goals on 33 shots in a loss to Nashville on Thursday. The 31-year-old netminder is 3-1-1 with a .934 save percentage and 1.69 GAA this season, as he appears lined up for more playing time with Cam Talbot struggling of late. Rittich will face a Rangers team that's averaging 3.25 goals per game.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Falls to Nashville Rittich allowed two goals on 33 shots in Thursday's 2-1 loss to the Predators.

Impact Rittich was solid for the most part Thursday, holding Nashville to a pair of goals in the second period, but the Kings could only muster a single tally against Juuse Saros in the 2-1 defeat. Despite the loss, Rittich has looked good in his last two outings, allowing just four goals on 55 shots. The 31-year-old netminder could see more work in the short term, with Cam Talbot struggling of late. Overall, Rittich is 3-1-1 with an impressive .934 save percentage and 1.69 GAA through six appearances this season.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Facing Predators Rittich will guard the home goal against Nashville on Thursday, Dennis Bernstein of The Fourth Period reports.

Impact Rittich was excellent in his last start Monday versus Carolina, stopping 30 of 32 shots en route to a 5-2 victory. The 31-year-old vet will try to secure his fourth win of the season in a home matchup with a Predators team that's averaging 3.25 goals per game on the road this year, ninth in the NHL.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Sharp in victory Rittich stopped 30 of 32 shots in Monday's 5-2 win over the Hurricanes.

Impact This was Rittich's fifth start of the season and it resulted in the Kings snapping an eight game losing skid. He turned away 30 shots, including a perfect 11 for 11 on the power play, for a .938 save percentage. Rittich now has three wins on the season since taking over in a backup role after Pheonix Copley was lost for the season (knee) on Jan 6. The Kings return to the ice on Tuesday in Dallas and expect to see Cam Talbot in net.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in Carolina Rittich will defend the blue paint during Monday's road game versus the Hurricanes, Cory Lavalette of the North State Journal reports.

Impact Rittich wasn't great in his last start Jan. 4 versus Detroit, surrendering three goals on only 27 shots en route to a 4-3 overtime defeat. He'll try to get back in the win column in a tough road matchup with a hot Carolina team that's won seven of its last eight games.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shootout loss Rittich allowed three goals on 27 shots in Thursday's 4-3 shootout loss to the Red Wings.

Impact Rittich tasted defeat for the first time as a King, blowing a 2-0 lead after the first period. He allowed both attempts in the shootout to be converted, resulting in the loss that dropped him to 2-0-1 on the year. The 31-year-old has allowed five goals on 68 shots, providing solid work in a backup role to Cam Talbot, who should be between the pipes when the Kings begin a road trip versus the Capitals on Sunday.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

First off ice Thursday Rittich exited the ice first Thursday, Zach Dooley of the Kings' official site reports, indicating he'll patrol the home crease against Detroit.

Impact Rittich will be making his third NHL appearance this season after winning each of his previous two contests while giving up just two goals on 41 shots (.951 save percentage). Even with his run of strong form, Rittich is unlikely to see enough starts to make him more than a mid-range fantasy option behind starter Cam Talbot.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Earns second win Rittich stopped 24 of 25 shots in Wednesday's 5-1 win over the Sharks.

Impact Rittich has defeated the Sharks in both of his appearances this season, allowing two goals on 41 shots. He can't be faulted for the tally he gave up this time around, as the Kings turned over the puck and allowed Fabian Zetterlund to score on a breakaway. Rittich figures to continue filling in as backup to Cam Talbot while Pheonix Copley (undisclosed) remains on long-term injured reserve.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Guarding crease Wednesday Rittich will patrol the blue paint at home versus the Sharks on Wednesday, Zach Dooley of the Kings' official site reports.

Impact Rittich won his only appearance of the season Dec. 19 against the Sharks, stopping 15 of 16 shots faced. With Pheonix Copley (undisclosed) set for a long-term absence, Rittich should get a handful of starts, though he is unlikely to replace Cam Talbot as the preferred option between the pipes. Rittich taking the first game of the back-to-back figures to see Talbot get the nod against Vegas on Thursday.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Goaltender David Rittich | 12.19.23 LA Kings Win over San Jose Sharks | Postgame Media

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Wins team debut Rittich stopped 15 of 16 shots in Tuesday's 4-1 win over the Sharks.

Impact Rittich came within 1:19 of a shutout, but Jacob MacDonald's power-play tally spoiled it. It was still a victory for Rittich in his Kings debut, although it was a game his team controlled throughout. The 31-year-old figures to serve in a backup role while Pheonix Copley (undisclosed) is on long-term injured reserve. Cam Talbot is likely to start Wednesday at home versus the Kraken.

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to face Sharks Rittich was the first goalie off the ice at the morning skate, Zach Dooley of LA Kings Insider reports, indicating he will defend the road net Tuesday against San Jose.

Impact Rittich is poised to make his LA debut in the first half of a back-to-back, which probably Cam Talbot will play Wednesday versus Seattle. In 21 games last season with Winnipeg, Rittich posted a 9-8-1 record with a 2.67 GAA and a .901 save percentage. The Sharks sit 32nd in the league with 2.13 goals per contest this campaign.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hits waivers Rittich was put on waivers Tuesday, per PuckPedia.

Impact Rittich posted a 9-8-1 record with a 2.67 GAA and a .901 save percentage in 21 appearances with Winnipeg last season. The Kings still have netminders Cam Talbot and Pheonix Copley on the roster, so Rittich could head to AHL Ontario if he isn't claimed by another team.

OCTOBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Agrees to one-year contract Rittich (ankle) signed a one-year, $875,000 contract with LA on Saturday.

Impact Rittich had a 9-8-1 record, 2.67 GAA and .901 save percentage in 21 contests with Winnipeg in 2022-23. His last appearance of the campaign was April 13 because of his ankle injury. Provided Rittich's healthy, he should have an opportunity to compete for the backup job out of training camp.

JULY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready to return Rittich (ankle) isn't expected to play Thursday versus Vegas, according to John Lu of TSN.

Impact Rittich traveled with the Jets to Vegas, but he isn't ready to return. Connor Hellebuyck is expected to start Thursday, and Arvid Holm is projected to serve as the backup. Rittich had an 8-8-1 record, 2.67 GAA and .901 save percentage in 21 regular-season appearances.

APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes trip for Game 5 Rittich (lower body) made the trip to Vegas ahead of Thursday's Game 5 versus the Golden Knights, but his status for that contest remains up in the air, Mike McIntyre of the Winnip...

Impact It remains to be seen if Rittich will be available for Thursday's contest, but either way, barring an injury, Connor Hellebuyck will almost certainly remain the Jets' starter throughout the playoffs. If Rittich is unable to go in Game 5, look for Arvid Holm or Oskari Salminen to serve as the backup.

APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with lower-body injury Rittich is slated to miss Game 4 against the Golden Knights on Monday due to a lower-body issue, Ken Wiebe of Sportsnet reports.

Impact Rittich wasn't going to start regardless, so his absence from the lineup is unlikely to impact the Jets or fantasy players. Without the 30-year-old backstop, Arvid Holm was recalled from AHL Manitoba to serve as the backup to Connor Hellebuyck.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Facing Avalanche Rittich will defend the visiting crease versus Colorado on Thursday, Ken Wiebe of Sportsnet reports.

Impact Rittich will get the start in the Jets' final game of the regular season, giving Connor Hellebuyck the night off before the start of the playoffs. Rittich last started Mar. 14 versus Carolina, and he enters the game with a 9-7-1 record. Rittich has a 2.66 GAA and .902 save percentage this season. He takes on the Avalanche, who are 11th in NHL scoring, averaging 3.33 goals per contest.

APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Falls to Colorado Rittich allowed three goals on 24 shots in Thursday's 4-2 loss to the Avalanche.

Impact Rittich, making his first start since March 14, allowed a goal in each period en route to a loss in Winnipeg's season finale. The 30-year-old finishes the regular season 9-7-1 with a .902 save percentage while playing sparingly behind Connor Hellebuyck. Rittich will continue to back up Hellebuyck when the Jets open the postseason against Golden Knights.

APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 19, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Blown away by Hurricanes Rittich stopped 20 of 24 shots in Tuesday's 5-3 loss to Carolina.

Impact Carolina's final goal was scored into an empty net. The Jets never led in the game, as the 'Canes struck early in the first period and never looked back. Rittich hasn't won a game in a month, going 0-3-1 over his last six appearances with a 3.05 GAA and .876 save percentage, and while Connor Hellebuyck has been shaky himself in recent weeks, his backup isn't putting any pressure on him for playing time.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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