Nick Ritchie was assigned to his junior team (OHL Peterborough) Monday, Helene Elliott of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Ritchie was assigned to his junior team (OHL Peterborough) Monday, Helene Elliott of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Analysis:

Ritchie, the Ducks' first-round pick in this past June's draft, faced long odds of making the Opening Night roster as an 18-year-old. That being said, he remains a highly interesting prospect due to his scoring prowess and willingness to hit, and could make noise for a potential call-up if injuries test the Ducks' depth on the wing.