As the NHL starts seeing more and more German players, teams will give closer attention to players who in time, may compete for NHL roster spots. Rieder fits the category of a long term prospect who needs plenty of growth, strength, and fill-in, but already exhibits very good puck-handling skills, pass and play-making abilities, as well as a willingness to be involved in the play with gusto.
--Bill Placzek
Previously played for Landshut Cannibals of the Second German Professional League
