Flames' David Rittich stones Avalanche for win in 1st NHL start

David Rittich was happy to help the Calgary Flames end their road trip on a high note. His teammates were happier that the rookie goaltender notched his first NHL win.

Rittich stopped 24 shots, Micheal Ferland and Mikael Backlund scored in the final minute of the second period, and the Calgary Flames beat the Colorado Avalanche 3-2 on Saturday night.

Dougie Hamilton also scored, and Backlund added an assist for the Flames.

Rittich was recalled Friday and made his first NHL start a day later. He came up with big saves and earned rave reviews from his skaters.

“Very happy

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