Winnipeg Jets sign goaltender David Rittich to one-year deal

Calgary Flames' Derek Ryan (10) is stopped by Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender David Rittich (33) during second period NHL hockey action in Toronto on Tuesday, April 13, 2021. (Frank Gunn/CP)

The Winnipeg Jets have bolstered their goaltending by signing David Rittich to a one-year deal worth $900,000, the team announced Wednesday.

The 29-year-old native of Jihlava, Czechia, has a career 2.93 goals-against average and .904 save percentage in 152 games. Last season, Rittich played in Nashville, posting a 3.57 GAA and .886 SV% in 17 games.

Rittich has previously also played in Calgary and Toronto.

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