Risto's improved play getting some more ink. This time TBN in on it -
I'm glad he recognizes that his pair had work to do from the start of the season.
It's funny how long this has taken to become a thing.
Additionally, the Sabres allowed only three 5-on-5 shot attempts when Ristolainen was on the ice against the Kings' top line of Anze Kopitar, Alex Iafallo and Dustin Brown.
"There was a little bit of a slow start (to the season), but lately, personally, I think you play well when the team plays well," Ristolainen said. "We had 10 really good games, so it’s easy to play. Overall, I think my game's been really solid. That’s what I’m aiming toward, to be good in every situation."
I'm glad he recognizes that his pair had work to do from the start of the season.
Ristolainen is succeeding while playing fewer minutes, something past Sabres coaches failed to accomplish. He has averaged 21:29 of ice time over the past 12 games, compared to playing 23:39 in the Sabres' first 25 games.
It's funny how long this has taken to become a thing.