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CBC
04-05-2025
- Sport
- CBC
Ryan Greene says NHL debut with Blackhawks was childhood dream come true
Greene ended season with big league club The hard work paid off for Ryan Greene of Paradise, who was able live out his NHL dream in the final two games of the season as part of the Chicago Blackhawks. "It's absolutely insane. It's everything you dream of as a kid," Greene told CBC News this week from Boston. "You've been wanting that moment for your whole life. And then, you know, getting ready to go out for your rookie lap, you … finally throw on an NHL jersey and you're looking at the Blackhawks logo. It's just, like, it's crazy." Greene, 21, signed a three-year contract with the Blackhawks in April. He cracked the lineup for the big league club at the end of the year in games against Montreal — with fellow Newfoundlander Alex Newhook on the opposite side — and Ottawa. But the process of making his debut was a whirlwind, he said. Greene had signed his first professional contract just hours after completing his collegiate career at Boston University. The team had lost a national championship the night before. "It was pretty hectic. But obviously, you know, a really exciting time for me and my family. So I'm just really thankful that they were all able to be there for when I signed the contract, and then they were there for both games," he said. "I wouldn't be in this position without a lot of people." Greene credited his Chicago teammates for giving him a warm welcome and helping him adapt to the speed of the game at the NHL level. He joins a growing list of Newfoundlanders and Labradorians to make it to the big leagues. "I grew up, you know, idolizing players like Teddy Purcell and, you know, even guys like Alex [Newhook] and Dawson [Mercer] who are closer to my age," he said. "They've just kind of paved the way for, you know, young hockey players in Newfoundland. So to get to play against Alex in my first game was … a very cool moment." Greene will spend most of the summer training at Boston University. He says he hopes to return home to Newfoundland for some time off. Looking ahead to next year, a spot on the Blackhawks roster isn't guaranteed. Greene says he'll need to earn it. "I'm obviously going to try to go into camp next year and make a strong impression."
Yahoo
04-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Ryan Greene says NHL debut with Blackhawks was childhood dream come true
The hard work paid off for Ryan Greene of Paradise, who was able live out his NHL dream in the final two games of the season as part of the Chicago Blackhawks. "It's absolutely insane. It's everything you dream of as a kid," Greene told CBC News this week from Boston. "You've been wanting that moment for your whole life. And then, you know, getting ready to go out for your rookie lap, you … finally throw on an NHL jersey and you're looking at the Blackhawks logo. It's just, like, it's crazy." Greene, 21, signed a three-year contract with the Blackhawks in April. He cracked the lineup for the big league club at the end of the year in games against Montreal — with fellow Newfoundlander Alex Newhook on the opposite side — and Ottawa. But the process of making his debut was a whirlwind, he said. Greene had signed his first professional contract just hours after completing his collegiate career at Boston University. The team had lost a national championship the night before. "It was pretty hectic. But obviously, you know, a really exciting time for me and my family. So I'm just really thankful that they were all able to be there for when I signed the contract, and then they were there for both games," he said. "I wouldn't be in this position without a lot of people." Greene credited his Chicago teammates for giving him a warm welcome and helping him adapt to the speed of the game at the NHL level. He joins a growing list of Newfoundlanders and Labradorians to make it to the big leagues. "I grew up, you know, idolizing players like Teddy Purcell and, you know, even guys like Alex [Newhook] and Dawson [Mercer] who are closer to my age," he said. "They've just kind of paved the way for, you know, young hockey players in Newfoundland. So to get to play against Alex in my first game was … a very cool moment." Greene will spend most of the summer training at Boston University. He says he hopes to return home to Newfoundland for some time off. Looking ahead to next year, a spot on the Blackhawks roster isn't guaranteed. Greene says he'll need to earn it. "I'm obviously going to try to go into camp next year and make a strong impression." Download our free CBC News app to sign up for push alerts for CBC Newfoundland and Labrador. Sign up for our daily headlines newsletter here. Click here to visit our landing page.
Boston Globe
16-04-2025
- Sport
- Boston Globe
Devin Kaplan departs BU, signs pro contract with Flyers
Advertisement Kaplan, who wrapped up his career on Commonwealth Ave. with 25 goals and 39 assists in 115 games, is expected to open next season with AHL affiliate Lehigh Valley, according to several reports. Kaplan is the latest Terrier departure, as forwards Ryan Greene (Chicago), Quinn Hutson (Edmonton), and Shane Lachance (New Jersey) have inked their ELCs. Related : The Flyers were busy Tuesday, as they also signed Alex Bump, the leading scorer for national champion Western Michigan (23 goals, 24 assists), to his three-year ELC. But that deal won't kick in until next season, as Bump will instead report to AHL Lehigh Valley for the Phantoms' playoff run.
CBC
15-04-2025
- Sport
- CBC
Ryan Greene of Paradise makes NHL debut with Chicago Blackhawks
Greene skated for just under 13 minutes on Monday's game against Montreal Ryan Greene added his name to a list of dozens of Newfoundlanders and Labradorians to play in the NHL on Monday, suiting up for the Chicago Blackhawks while facing off against fellow Newfoundlander Alex Newhook and the Montreal Canadiens. Greene skated for just under 13 minutes in Monday's game against Montreal, blocking three shots and winning three face-offs. Chicago won 4-3 in a shoot out. Greene, 21, signed a three-year contract with the Blackhawks on Sunday. The team drafted him 57th overall in 2022. He most recently played hockey at Boston University, where he helped his team reach the national championship. Greene was among an initial pool of 100 players nominated for the Hobey Baker award, a prize that goes to the top men's collegiate hockey player. He is expected to stay with the team for its final game of the season against Ottawa Tuesday night. Greene is among four active players from Newfoundland and Labrador playing in the NHL this season — joining Newhook, Dawson Mercer of the New Jersey Devils and Clark Bishop of the Calgary Flames.
Fox Sports
14-04-2025
- Sport
- Fox Sports
Blackhawks prospect Ryan Greene is slated to make his NHL debut at Montreal
Associated Press MONTREAL (AP) — After a whirlwind couple of days, Ryan Greene is set for his NHL debut with the Chicago Blackhawks. Greene is in the lineup for Monday night's game at Montreal, centering Chicago's third line between captain Nick Foligno and rookie Oliver Moore. He also is expected to play when the Blackhawks close out their schedule at Ottawa on Tuesday night. Greene had 13 goals and 25 assists in 40 games for Boston University this season. The Terriers lost to Western Michigan in the Frozen Four final in St. Louis on Saturday night. A day later, the Blackhawks announced they had agreed to a three-year contract with Greene, a second-round pick in the 2022 draft. He skated with the team on Monday morning ahead of the matchup with the Canadiens. 'Tough loss there on Saturday,' Greene said. 'But had to sleep that one off and then get up pretty early on Sunday morning and drive down here. So a lot of emotions, for sure. Happened really quick, but just excited to be here.' Greene described himself as a responsible player who can be used in a variety of situations. 'I've just been able to round out my game the last three years at BU,' he said. The Blackhawks are closing out another difficult season. They had dropped 14 of their last 17 games going into the matchup with the Canadiens. Greene is the latest prospect to join the team as it continues to look to the future. Defenseman Artyom Levshunov made his NHL debut on March 10, and Moore and defenseman Sam Rinzel played in their first game with Chicago on March 30. 'It's cool to see. I mean the vibes are really good in here,' Greene said. 'It's a really young group. ... I've known some of the guys now from just meeting them and playing with them at development camp. So that made the transition a little bit easier for me.' ___ AP NHL:
