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Mattias
Ritola
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Birthdate
28/9/1973
Birthplace
Borlange, Sweden
Draft Info
2005: Rd 4, Pk 103 (DET)
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Birthdate
28/9/1973
Birthplace
Borlange, Sweden
Draft Info
2005: Rd 4, Pk 103 (DET)
Position
Center
Career History
Tampa Bay Lightning
2010-2012 (2 Seasons)
Detroit Red Wings
2007-2008, 2009-2010 (2 Seasons)
NHL News
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St. Louis Blues acquire veteran center Alexandre Texier
The St. Louis Blues acquired center Alexandre Texier from the Columbus Blue Jackets on Friday for a fourth-round pick in the 2025 NHL draft, and immediately after the deal, the Blues signed the veteran to a two-year contract extension worth $4.2 million.
Legendary ring announcer Michael Buffer calls 13th pick for Flyers
Philadelphia native Michael Buffer announces that Jett Luchanko is headed to the Flyers.
Utah Hockey Club takes Tij Iginla No. 6 overall in NHL draft
The Utah Hockey Club made the most of its first-ever selection in the NHL draft Friday night in Las Vegas, selecting Western Hockey League forward Tij Iginla, the son of former Calgary Flames captain Jarome Iginla, at No. 6 overall.
Utah Hockey Club selects Tij Iginla with first-ever pick
Tij Iginla becomes the first player to be drafted by the Utah Hockey Club expansion franchise.