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Islanders’ Patrick Roy not concerned over Cal Ritchie hitting rookie wall
- Cal Ritchie continued to impress as a rookie, drawing praise from coach Patrick Roy after the Flames game.
- Roy defended a hands-off approach, saying he lets rookies play and should not be monitored too closely.
- Ritchie contributed an assist on Anders Lee’s 6-on-5 goal, showing value in late-game situations.
- Ritchie’s spin-o-rama pass on a play for Anthony Duclair highlighted his flashes despite limited 5-on-5 shots.
- David Rittich started his 250th career game against his former team, seeking his first win versus Calgary.
- Roy emphasized a patient development approach for rookies amid a challenging road trip for the Islanders.
- The Flames defeated the Islanders 4-2, as Calgary held off New York’s late attempts.
- Roy’s comments reflected a broader philosophy on rookie play and line decisions during a rough stretch.
- The article notes the Islanders’ overall struggle to capitalize on chances during the game.
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