NHL Central Scouting’s Peter Sullivan
“His skating is so good for his size. His threat is his speed, not only to score goals, but to cause turnovers. He's excellent on the penalty kill, always a threat out there. If he gets a step on anybody he's gone."

Moose Jaw Warriors head coach Dave Hunchak
“An excellent skater with good size and a great shot. Has begun to really come into his own and become a great two-way player.”

Moose Jaw Warriors radio broadcaster James Gallo
“The WHL’s first overall pick in the 2006 WHL Bantam draft, Quinton Howden’s size and skill has impressed many. He captured gold in 2009 with Team Canada at the Memorial of Ivan Hlinka Tournament and took part in this season’s Subway Super Series against Team Russia.”