Ritchie was waived by the Maple Leafs on Thursday, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ritchie has been somewhat disappointing for the Leafs this season, having tallied just eight points while posting a minus-5 rating through 30 contests, so this move doesn't come as a complete surprise. The 26-year-old forward has 380 games of NHL experience under his belt, so there's a chance he'll get claimed off waivers. If not, look for Ritchie to head to Toronto's taxi squad.