Andrew Cristall can be proud of his report card.
The Kelowna Rockets forward has been upgraded from a 91ƵB91Ƶ rating to an 91ƵA91Ƶ by NHL Central Scouting in their latest report, indicating that he is predicted to go in the first round of the 2023 NHL Entry Draft.
He is one of ten players from WHL squads to earn the top grade, led by the Regina Pats91Ƶ Connor Bedard, who is heavily favoured to be the first overall pick.
As for Cristall, he leads the Rockets in scoring with 15 goals and 20 assists, good for third in the league.
He has been on a tear for the last eight games, notching 22 points.
NHL Central Scouting91Ƶs John Williams told NHL.com that Cristall has been an 91Ƶoffensive catalyst91Ƶ for the Kelowna squad this year.
91ƵHe91Ƶs very gifted offensively, good on the power play, has great vision and knows how to score.91Ƶ
The Rockets (8-8-1) are back in town at Prospera Place on Nov. 26 to host the Moose Jaw Warriors (13-8-0)
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Jake.courtepatte@kelownacapnews.com
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