NHL Draft: Chris Kreider Profile

"Chris is an excellent skater with explosive speed and acceleration. His short-distance speed is exceptional. He sees the play ahead of time and knows what he's going to do with the puck as soon as he gets it. He is an excellent passer and playmaker. His foot speed, combined with his anticipation and quick stick, gives him the ability to create turnovers and gain puck possession. He is a constant threat to develop breakaways on the penalty-killing unit. He has both an excellent wrist and slap shot, which he disguises well and releases quickly. He can score goals in a number of ways."
- Gary Eggleston, NHL Central Scouting

'The one true standout among the New England prep ranks is tough to gauge playing against such low level competition. Terrific natural athlete has all the tools to be special with fine size and strength, and fabulous skating ability. One of the top three pure skaters in the draft at any position.
-  Red Line Report 2009 Draft Guide

"The most appealing thing about Kreider’s game is the fact that he combines all that size and strength with great agility and very good foot speed. He does have top end skills and the ability to make smart decisions and great plays at top speed in tight areas and with little time."
- International Scouting Services 2009 Draft Guide

"He's not just the best skater in the draft, but I'm not sure there are many guys in the NHL now who can skate better than this guy."
- A scout, quoted in The Hockey News 2009 Draft Guide