MONTREAL, QC - Instant impact.
Since being recalled on December 29th, Kailer Yamamoto has done it all for the Oilers.
Not only has the winger hit the scoresheet three times (2G, 1A) in his first four games but his play - both with and without the puck - is earning the respect of his fellow teammates.
"He came up with a lot of energy," said Connor McDavid following an afternoon practice in Montreal on Wednesday. "He's hitting guys, creating plays, opening up ice for his linemates and even finding ways to score a couple.
"He's been great."
And when asked about the most underrated aspect of his game:
"I would say his physicality," said the captain. "I think the first thing people think about with Yamo is his size - he's a little bit of a smaller guy but he brings a lot of energy and hits guys that are maybe twice his size.
"We definitely admire that."
BLOG: Yamamoto delivering alongside Draisaitl, Nugent-Hopkins
"He reads situations well and makes good plays with the puck. That's why you see a guy like Draisaitl likes to play with him," said Oilers Head Coach Dave Tippett
