But counterintuitively those problems are why I rate him so highly. Some scouts are skeptical of how his game will translate at higher levels. Too often he'd make plays that were beyond the cognition of his linemates. And while playing on a mediocre Kelowna Rockets team allowed him a lot of ice time and touches of the puck, there's the thought that the best is yet to come for the Vancouver resident. His 39 goals in 54 WHL regular-season games is a critical improvement from the 28 he had in 61 games last season.Ĭristall's 1.76 points per game in the WHL ranked only below Connor Bedard and Logan Stankoven, a top prospect for the Dallas Stars. Cristall's shot is still underwhelming, but he has vastly improved his touch and now placing pucks past goaltenders from closer distances. In September, I highlighted his ability to get into scoring positions but unable to finish chances. The left wing has become a better goal scorer, too.
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He is among the best in the draft at moving with the puck and changing directions.Ĭristall is an adept playmaker who knows how to find critical passing lanes and then exploit them without giving away his intentions with his body language his hips and eyes will indicate a desire to shoot before he slips the puck to a teammate waiting in his periphery. Listed at 5'10" and 165 pounds, Cristall is undeterred simply because he's so elusive.
Cristall is one of the most creative players in the draft.
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