Riley Kidney Scouting Reports

Dynamic scorer at the junior level. Fifth in QMJHL scoring. Elite vision. Creative in small areas. Used in all situations in Gatineau - but not likely to PK at the pro level.
His catch and release / quick stick making plays in the offensive zone / is a unique element that speaks to his skill and vision
Average / average plus three zone detail
No doubt his element is offense. Top 6 NHL upside is possible. At worst he slides into (3F) and finds a role on one of the PP units. Trending up. Difference maker on any given night.

Element is offense.
Sees the ice. Quick release in traffic. Takes very little time distributing on the PP. Thinks the play before it happens. Great stick.
Defensively he is capable at ES but does not project to be used on the PK.
Room for added strength.
Needs time but projects to produce at ES and the PP

High end offense. He scores equally at home and on the road. His game has grown month / month this year. In the month of March 2022 his production went to a season high (14GP-6G-18A-24pts). His ability to spin off pressure is excellent. Quick stick passing and shooting the puck. Sees the ice. In the offensive zone he thinks plays ahead of time (has a plan) Defensively he is responsible enough to take draws in his zone. Great stick. Not shy about driving to the middle of the ice and making plays in traffic. Moves well. Room for strength.