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On YouTubePhiladelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / May 4
Flyers 2023-24 Player Grades: Rasmus Ristolainen
In this edition of our 2023-24 Philadelphia Flyers player grading series, we take a look at 29-year-old defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen. He unfortunately had some problems staying healthy, but when he was in the lineup, he was an important factor in the Flyers’ success.
Philadelphia Flyers News / Philly Hockey Now / April 18
Rasmus Ristolainen Injury Revealed; Flyers Made a Mistake?
The Philadelphia Flyers announced on Thursday afternoon that defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen underwent surgery to repair a torn triceps muscle, two months after the injury initially occurred.
Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 18
Flyers confirm news about veteran defenseman
He appeared in just 31 games this season, recording one goal, four points and eight penalty minutes.
Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / April 18
Philadelphia Flyers’ Rasmus Ristolainen undergoes tricep surgery, expected to be out three months
A blueliner in the City of Brotherly Love had some repairs done to be 100% for next year. On Thursday, Philadelphia Flyers general manager Danny Briere revealed defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen underwent surgery on a ruptured triceps tendon.
Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / April 11
Flyers Can’t Let Late-Season Collapse Ruin Team Culture
One thing about the 2023-24 Philadelphia Flyers season has been clear from the start: making the playoffs was never the goal. The central message from the beginning of Daniel Brière and Keith Jones’ tenures as general manager and president of hockey operations, respectively, is that the franchise is committed to rebuilding the team the right way.
Philadelphia Flyers News / Philly Hockey Now / April 6
Flyers Miss Rasmus Ristolainen More Than Everybody Thinks
Imagine reading this headline in the summer during training camp. It’s no secret that the Philadelphia Flyers have struggled since mid-February. A lot of the chatter, deservedly, points to the Flyers trading Sean Walker as the reason for their defensive decline, but that only tells half the story.
Philadelphia Flyers News / Philly Hockey Now / February 27
Flyers Recall Bobby Brink; Rasmus Ristolainen Placed on IR
The Philadelphia Flyers announced Tuesday morning that forward Bobby Brink was recalled from the Lehigh Valley Phantoms (AHL). In a corresponding move, the Flyers placed defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen (upper-body) on injured reserve.
Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 27
Flyers place former first-round pick on IR
The news comes at a bad time for the Flyers.
NHL News / Last Word On Sports / February 22
Tampa Bay Lightning Trade Deadline: Avoid Rasmus Ristolainen
The Tampa Bay Lightning trade deadline will be interesting to watch this season. Over the last several seasons, they’ve been active with deals. It started with Blake Coleman and Barclay Goodrow.
Philadelphia Flyers News / Philly Hockey Now / February 16
Flyers Without Foerster, Ristolainen for Stadium Series Game vs Devils
All signs point to the Philadelphia Flyers being without a key duo against the New Jersey Devils. Winger Tyson Foerster (minor lower-body) and defenseman
Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 14
Flyers defenseman sidelined by injury ahead of trade deadline
Flyers defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen will be out a minimum of two-to-three weeks before undergoing a procedure to address a minor upper-body injury, Kevin Kurz of The Athletic reports Wednesday.
Philadelphia Flyers News / NHL Trade Talk / February 14
Rasmus Ristolainen Injury Likely Means No Trade Deadline Deal
The trade deadline speculation surrounding Philadelphia Flyers’ defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen has taken a significant turn following updates from Flyers GM Daniel Briere.
Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / February 12
Philadelphia Flyers’ Tyson Foerster and Rasmus Ristolainen out with minor injuries
The Philadelphia Flyers have announced that Tyson Foerster has suffered a minor lower-body injury. Additionally, the Flyers have announced that defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen is out with a minor upper-body injury.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / February 9
Maple Leafs Would Be Smart to Avoid Rasmus Ristolainen Trade
The Toronto Maple Leafs are in a weird position coming out of the All-Star Break. They were considered favourites entering the 2023-24 season as one of the best teams on paper, but have been underwhelming so far.
Philadelphia Flyers News / Philly Hockey Now / February 8
Flyers’ Rasmus Ristolainen Scratched vs Jets
Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen was a surprise omission from the lineup for Thursday night’s game against the Winnipeg Jets. There was
NHL News / TheLeafsnation / December 9
Despite their interest, the Maple Leafs should avoid trading for Rasmus Ristolainen
It’s no secret Brad Treliving is trying to upgrade the Toronto Maple Leafs blue line. The Leafs GM has been quite candid about his trade interest during his recent media rounds but made one thing clear he’s not going to overpay or just make a trade, to make a trade.
Toronto Maple Leafs News / NHL Trade Talk / December 7
Insider Says There’s Pushback to Big Maple Leafs Trade Rumor
While speaking with Jeff Marek today on Sportsnet 590 The Fan, Elliotte Friedman noted that he wrote about Rasmus Ristolainen in his 32 Thoughts column today. During a conversation about all of the defensemen the Leafs were linked to, he said he did get some pushback on the Ristolainen report.
NHL News / FanNation Inside The Maple Leafs / December 7
Report: Maple Leafs Have Looked into Trading for Flyers Defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen
The Maple Leafs continue to scour the trade market for a defenseman. On Wednesday, Toronto GM Brad Treliving revealed that John Klingberg would be shut down for the remainder of the season after he has hip surgery later this month. The 31-year-old has been dealing with a hip issue since Toronto played against the Florida Panthers in October.
Philadelphia Flyers News / The Hockey Writers / November 28
Flyers’ Ristolainen Has a Chance to Improve His Reputation
It’s hard to shake a reputation in sports, especially when you’re playing for a losing team. Rasmus Ristolainen made his NHL debut on Oct. 2, 2013, and he has known failure more than just about anyone since then.
Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / October 9
Flyers' towering defenseman lands on IR
The Philadelphia Flyers revealed that defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen will begin the season on the IR as part of their opening-night roster announcement on Monday night.
Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / October 17, 2022
Flyers place Rasmus Ristolainen on injured reserve
The Philadelphia Flyers have placed defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen on the injured reserve, the team announced on Monday. In a corresponding move, the Flyers have also recalled defenseman Louie Belpedio and forward Zack MacEwen from the Lehigh Valley Phantoms of the American Hockey League.
Philadelphia Flyers News / Daily Faceoff / October 13, 2022
Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen to miss season opener with ‘body injury’
Shortly after Thursday’s morning skate, Philadelphia Flyers head coach John Tortorella addressed the media on defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen’s current injury status.
NHL News / Yardbarker / July 23, 2021
Flyers acquire Rasmus Ristolainen from Sabres in exchange for 13th overall pick
The move comes as Philadelphia looks to strengthen its defensive unit.
Buffalo Sabres News / Yardbarker / February 22, 2021
Sabres defenseman Jake McCabe out for season with knee injury
He's recorded 18 goals and 59 assists in 353 regular-season games with Buffalo.
Buffalo Sabres News / Yardbarker / February 2, 2021
All Buffalo Sabres games postponed through at least Feb. 8 due to COVID-19
Buffalo's training facilities will remain closed until further notice.
Buffalo Sabres News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 24, 2019
Sabres reportedly weighing their options with defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen
Rasmus Ristolainen has been a productive defenseman at the offensive end over the past four seasons for the Sabres.
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