NHL Central Scouting’s Chris Edwards
“He's a solid guy, he battles and competes and gets involved. He's grittier than some other guys. He plays with good energy, he's up and down. He skates very well and has a good skill set."

Peterborough Petes head coach Ken McRae
“Ryan has been a very dynamic player for us over the past two seasons. He is very strong on the puck and is very elusive down low in the offensive zone avoiding and escaping his check. His ability to play all 200 feet of the ice has improved each season. He is our go to guy when a big goal or play is needed.”