Andrey Vasilevskiy

"Vasilevskiy has a big frame and covers the net really well. Impressive mobility and quickness. A technically skilled goaltender as well. Consistent." (EP 2012)

"That rare netminder who is a game-changer. Huge and highly athletic for his size. Stunningly calm under huge pressure - underage goalies who excel at World Juniors are unheard of. Plays with an economy of motion - lets the play come to him. Impossible to beat down low with long legs that cover post-to-post. Terrific using pads to angle shots to corners. Gets great lateral push off either skate. Tough to beat up high even when down in butterfly - has the presence to keep his shoulders up and take away top corners. Has quick feet, a crisp glove, excellent flexibility, and is good on rebound control. Recovers quickly to get into position for second chances. Strong pads with holding the post to prevent opposition from wrap-arounds. Gets back to deep in net and loses his angles - needs to stay at top of crease. Poor puckhandler around net - shouldn't even attempt it.

Projection: #1 goalie for a playoff caliber club.
Style compares to: Carey Price" (Red Line Report)

"Andrei plays with a combination of skill, sense and poise. There doesn't seem to be any situation in the game that rattles him. His size makes him imposing but his ability to read the play and move to advantageous position can intimidate shooters. He is an excellent skater; agility, side-to-side mobility, quickness and strength in his legs allows him to meet the challenges that all goaltenders face. He does not show you a repeated style but will react to the situation and play it accordingly which is another challenge for shooters in trying to get the better of him. Technically, he is sound and doesn't lose positioning when he moves and he has the ability to arrive at the spot to make save in good position, not a vulnerable one. He reads the play so well and has excellent skill and he moves with an economy that makes it appear effortless but it begins with excellent mental focus and allows him to remain a 'step ahead' of the play. He is dependable, consistent and timely which are important traits of successful goaltenders." (Craig Button, TSN)