Confirmed with Link: [TOR/CGY] TOR acquire David Rittich [50% retained] for 2022 3rd Round Pick

[Alamo Leafer]

Honestly wouldn't surprise me if there is some GM out there who still thinks Andersen is a great goalie who was carrying the Leafs.

Well, they won't stay in that job for too long if they pull the trigger on him with anything more than a 4th pick imho.

 

[Clark4Ever]

Very solid pickup by Dubas, and the cost is reasonable. We really needed another capable goaltender on the roster, and Rittich fits the bill.

 

[Stigma]

Honestly wouldn't surprise me if there is some GM out there who still thinks Andersen is a great goalie who was carrying the Leafs.

Given how TSN has to constantly remind us of how great Andersen is, I absolutely agree that some GM's think that way too.

 

[robertmac43]

All in! Lets gooo boys!

 

[Woodman19]

Given how TSN has to constantly remind us of how great Andersen is, I absolutely agree that some GM's think that way too.

If any GM bases value off TV pundits or Forum talk, they won't be a GM for very long.

 

[LeafGrief]

Nice cheap pickup. A guy who can make a few saves in case we need him to.

 

[JayfromNB1219]

I'm on the leafsnation bandwagon for the playoffs. Don't f*** it up this year guys!

Welcome to the bandwagon...there aren’t a lot of seats left at this point but I figure we can make some room somewhere

 

[therealkoho]

We added Foligno & Nash we already have Spezza/Thornton/Engvall pre sure we have depth on our bottom 6 without him, just sayin dawg!

Keep Dermott he adds more too our team then Kerfoot with a cheaper cap hit....and Kerfoot is easier to replace atm, we can always trade Dermott in the offseason for a pick and force Seattle to take another player.

Yeah see so here's the thing Kitty Kat, if you can upgrade Dermott by using Dermott and some assets, now think carefully here, have you upgraded the blue line? Regardless of your feelings about Kerfoot, is he a more useful player than Jumbo? Than Barabanov? Than maybe Simmons even? The answer is if we're being honest is yes he is. I understand these concepts are complicated but the Leafs are taking a run at a SC and going in with your guns only partially loaded and half cocked is like not going in at all. A better forwards group coupled with a better blueline is what we should be striving for. Moving Kerfoot no matter what LeaFland says diminishes our forwards group by having to play the big tall super slow guy who's hands are no longer NHL worthy, or that speedy winger guy who's a lot of sound and fury but signifies nothing. So there you have it I know it's a lot so do your best there pooch.

 

[justashadowof]

1. Needed to add some support offensive skill to replace what was lost when Kapanen and Johnsson were dealt to meet the cap: Check (Galchenyuk)
2. Needed to harden up the team for the upcoming playoffs: Check (Foligno)
3. Although Campbell has been excellent, needed to add another NHL level goalie to cover against Campbell and Hutchinson getting injured/faltering: Check (Rittich)
4. Need a veteran defenseman capable of playing the right side to guard against the impact of potential injuries on defense. Still Pending.
5. Need to retain top prospects to replace projected losses to the roster during the summers of 2021 and 2022. Check (so far)

 

[robertmac43]

Imagine Kerfoot plus SDA +2021 2nd for Hall@50%

Now imagine only needing to pay a second for that.... lol

 

[Faltorvo]

To be fair, they're 6 points back with 3 games in hand on Nashville

7 points,,they are losing the tie breaker with Nash ATM

 

[Faltorvo]

Very solid pickup by Dubas, and the cost is reasonable. We really needed another capable goaltender on the roster, and Rittich fits the bill.

now we need to use the last 2 contract slots on D depth

we have to get the D depth,,IMO it's vital

 

[Peiskos]

This the end of Andersen now? Or can he still come back even after these additions cap wise.

Andersen is done, I doubt we’ll ever see him as a starter here again.

 

[TheProspector]

Yup. This is Campbell's crease now. Bye bye, Andersen. And Campbell is going to sign for nothing because he loves being here.

 

[BertCorbeau]

I like this move because it helps give the Leafs' the inside track on re-signing him in the off-season as a 1B option after the expansion draft.

 

[RoadWarrior]

Bye bye Freddie.

Now joins the ranks of Clarkson and Robidas on “the island” of castaways.

 

[RoadWarrior]

Given how TSN has to constantly remind us of how great Andersen is, I absolutely agree that some GM's think that way too.

I think it’s unlikely that these GM’s believe that Freddy is healthy enough to help anybody right now. He’s a broken down goaltender who choked in big games.

The leafs were going nowhere with him and everyone knew it including Andersen. It’s obvious he’s on his way out.

 

[Menzinger]

Some of his underlying numbers

 

[Joey Hoser]

I think it’s unlikely that these GM’s believe that Freddy is healthy enough to help anybody right now. He’s a broken down goaltender who choked in big games.

They shouldn't believe that, but we're talking about NHL GM's here... Not exactly the most objective group of people.

 

[Wafflewhipper]

you can never have too much depth in different places

Hahaaa

 

[JT AM da real deal]

Another brilliant move by Dubie ... has Freddy torn his groin????? some people think so ... but even guys on team have NO idea folks ... NO one knows ... all people know is it is his groin and that's it ... very very small Lou circle on this one folks ... if it is torn then we won't see Freddy again ... if it is just a strain then he may come back for playoffs ... take ur best guess ... i got no clue ... Freddy will be on LTIR for rest of season and comes back for playoffs is my guess ... which helps us pick up a defensive big D man for playoffs

great to have BIG SAVE DAVE on our squad as a backup plan and to help with load rest of season ... thanks bud

 

[Wafflewhipper]

Extremely curious if this means is Freddy is out for season + playoffs

I am thinking insurance for any scenario. Freddy healthy is a good goalie. Campbell has the net and earned it but I don’t mind having freddy depth for a reoccurring injury. Good depth move with-a safety net factor. If Dubas adds one more goalie than the cats out the bag Freddy is injured beyond returning.

 

[ULF_55]

Not surprised.

Flames have to change up and Rittich is UFA.

 

[Beaumaris]

I am thinking insurance for any scenario. Freddy healthy is a good goalie. Campbell has the net and earned it but I don’t mind having freddy depth for a reoccurring injury. Good depth move with-a safety net factor.

A healthy Freddy will still break your heart bud.

 

[BertCorbeau]

Some of his underlying numbers

That's why they call him Big Save Dave