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May miss start of 2025-26 Ristolainen could miss the beginning of the 2025-26 season after undergoing surgery on his triceps, according to Jordan Hall of NBC Sports Philadelphia on Saturday.

Impact Ristolainen missed the final 16 games of the 2024-25 regular season. He also dealt with the same injury in 2023-24 while making only 31 appearances. Ristolainen had four goals, 19 points, 100 shots on net, 94 blocked shots and 97 hits in 63 outings during the 2024-25 campaign.

APRIL 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ex-Sabres Defender Expected To Be Done For The Season While speaking to reporters, including NBC Sports Philadelphia's Jordan Hall, Philadelphia Flyers interim head coach Brad Shaw shared that f...

MARCH 31, 2025 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Not expected back Ristolainen (upper body) is not expected to return this season, according to interim head coach Brad Shaw, Charlie O'Connor of PHLY Sports reports Monday.

Impact Ristolainen has already missed the last nine games due to his upper-body issue and now will have to wait until next season to get back into the lineup. Unfortunately for the 30-year-old blueliner, he will come one point shy of reaching the 20-point threshold, missing that mark for the fourth time in the last five years.

MARCH 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ovechkin scores his 888th career NHL goal as the Capitals beat the Flyers and clinch a playoff spot

Alex Ovechkin scored his 888th career goal to continue his pursuit of the NHL record, and the Washington Capitals clinched a playoff berth by beating the Philadelphia Flyers 3-2 an...

MARCH 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Rasmus Ristolainen Injury Adds to Growing Concern Around Flyers Rasmus Ristolainen, suddenly week-to-week with an upper-body injury, has played more than 70 games in a season just once since joining the P...

MARCH 21, 2025 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Flyers defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen 'week-to-week' with upper-body injury Ristolainen, who has been one of the team's most consistent defensemen this season, has not played since March 11.

MARCH 21, 2025 • INQUIRER.COM

Set to miss more time Head coach John Tortorella said Thursday that he doesn't expect Ristolainen (upper body) to return anytime soon, Kevin Kurz of The Athletic reports.

Impact Ristolainen has missed the last three games due to his upper-body injury and doesn't yet have a timetable to return, but it sounds as though he'll miss several more matchups, including Thursday's game against the Capitals. Egor Zamula will likely remain in the lineup while Ristolainen is sidelined.

MARCH 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't suit up Monday Ristolainen (upper body) will not be in the lineup Monday against the Lightning, according to the NHL media site.

Impact Ristolainen will miss his third consecutive contest, and it's unclear if he's with the team on its five-game road trip, which begins Monday. Philadelphia will face Washington on Thursday.

MARCH 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out with upper-body injury Ristolainen (upper body) is doubtful Saturday against the Hurricanes.

Impact Ristolainen missed Thursday's game with the injury. He has four goals and 19 points in 63 games this season. Egor Zamula replaced Ristolainen on Thursday and will likely remain in the lineup Saturday.

MARCH 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Thursday Ristolainen is "banged up" and will not play versus Tampa Bay on Thursday, per Jordan Hall of NBC Sports Philadelphia.

Impact Ristolainen has four goals, 15 assists, 97 hits and 94 blocked shots over 63 contests this season. He was pointless in his last six games. Look for Egor Zamula to enter the lineup for Ristolainen against the Lightning.

MARCH 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Thursday Ristolainen is "banged up" and will not play versus Tampa Bay on Thursday, per Jordan Hall of NBC Sports Philadelphia.

MARCH 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

NHL trade season is well underway, with plenty more moves expected before the deadline Friday

Mikko Rantanen could be on the move again if Carolina cannot sign the 2022 Stanley Cup champion, now in his prime, to an extension

MARCH 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Finds twine in big win Ristolainen scored a goal in Tuesday's 6-1 win over the Penguins.

Impact Ristolainen has three points over his last two games. That's fantastic production, but it is unlikely to last in the long run, as the 30-year-old defenseman will likely have to put some focus on defense again. He's having a reliable campaign, earning four goals, 14 assists, 86 hits, 86 blocked shots, 78 shots on net and a plus-5 rating across 56 appearances. He's also been involved on the power play lately, giving him a bit more appeal in fantasy.

FEBRUARY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bobby Brink stars as the Flyers pound the Penguins 6-1

Bobby Brink had one goal and three assists for a career-high four points, and the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 6-1

FEBRUARY 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Two points in return from injury Ristolainen had a goal and an assist Saturday in a 6-3 win over Edmonton.

Impact He scored an empty-net goal, and his helper came on the power play. Ristolainen hadn't played since Feb. 2, missing three games before the 4 Nations Face-Off break due to injury. He is mostly a depth option in specialty leagues because his 17 points in 55 games aren't noteworthy, but his 85 hits and 85 blocks could help in deeper formats.

FEBRUARY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Two points in return from injury Ristolainen (upper body) had a goal and an assist Saturday in a 6-3 win over Edmonton.

Impact It was an empty-net goal, and the helper came on the power play. Ristolainen hadn't played since Feb. 2; he missed three games before the 4 Nations Face-Off break due to injury. Risto is mostly a depth option in specialty leagues -- his 17 points (55 games) aren't noteworthy, but his 85 hits and blocks (each) may help in deep leagues.

FEBRUARY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Michkov, Couturier, and Tippett lead Flyers to 6-3 win over Oilers

Matvei Michkov and Sean Couturier each had a goal and two assists, Owen Tippett scored a pair of goals and the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Edmonton Oilers 6-3

FEBRUARY 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Good to go Saturday Ristolainen (upper body) is set to play Saturday versus the Oilers.

Impact Ristolainen missed three games and was also held out of the 4 Nations Face-Off for Finland. The 30-year-old blueliner should be ready to play a defensive role in the bottom four upon his return. Ristolainen has had a fairly strong year with 15 points, 85 blocked shots, 83 hits and 74 shots on net through 54 outings this season.

FEBRUARY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ovechkin's record chase, Columbus outdoor game and trade deadline await down stretch of NHL season

The second half of the NHL season begins Saturday with 14 games coming out of the break for the 4 Nations Face-Off

FEBRUARY 21, 2025 • Associated Press

US duo of Jake Sanderson and Brock Faber together again with Quinn Hughes out of 4 Nations Face-Off

The United States learned over the weekend it would not have reigning Norris Trophy-winning defenseman Quinn Hughes for the 4 Nations Face-Off

FEBRUARY 11, 2025 • Associated Press

4 Nations Face-Off ends hockey's long wait for an international tournament with the NHL's best

A stripped-down event missing some of the best hockey players from places like Russia, Germany and Czechia isn't ideal

FEBRUARY 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't play in 4 Nations Face-Off Ristolainen (upper body) won't participate in the 4 Nations Face-Off.

Impact Ristolainen has missed the last three games and will aim to recover during the break. He has generated two goals, 15 points, 74 shots on net, 85 blocked shots and 83 hits through 54 appearances this season. Ottawa's Nikolas Matinpalo will replace Ristolainen on Finland's roster at the tournament.

FEBRUARY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Travis Konecny's goal lifts the Flyers over the Penguins 3-2, ending a 5-game losing streak

Travis Konecny had a goal and an assist to help the Philadelphia Flyers snap a five-game losing streak with a 3-2 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday night

FEBRUARY 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Not expected to play Ristolainen (upper body) won't play against Pittsburgh on Saturday, according to Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet.

Impact Ristolainen will miss his third straight game but could still represent Finland in the 4 Nations Face-Off. He has registered two goals, 15 points, 74 shots on net, 85 blocked shots and 83 hits through 54 appearances this season.

FEBRUARY 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time decision Saturday Ristolainen (upper body) will be a game-time decision versus Pittsburgh on Saturday, Jordan Hall of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

Impact Ristolainen could be an option, according to coach John Tortorella. He has missed two games with the injury and will have an extra two weeks off for the 4 Nations Face-Off break should he not play Saturday. Ristolainen has two goals, 13 assists, 83 hits and 85 blocked shots in 54 outings this season.

FEBRUARY 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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