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My Take
Yamamoto is a player I always pull for because he defies the size prejudices that hockey clings to. At well under six feet, he had to be quicker and craftier than everyone else just to stay in the league, and his chemistry alongside elite talents in Edmonton showed flashes of real brilliance. As one of the few players of Japanese heritage to reach the NHL, he also carries a meaningful representation angle. The consistency has wavered from season to season, but his motor and tenacity are never in question. I'd love to see him find a stable home and lock in a steady role.
Overview
Kailer Yamamoto (born September 29, 1998, in Spokane, Washington) is an American professional ice hockey forward. He was selected by the Edmonton Oilers in the first round of the 2017 NHL Entry Draft and played several seasons in the NHL. Of Japanese descent, he is known for his speed and skill despite his smaller stature.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Kailer Yamamoto
- Name (Japanese)
- カイラー・ヤマモト
- Reading
- かいらー・やまもと
- Born
- September 29, 1998 (age 27)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Libra / Tiger
- Origin
- Spokane, Washington, United States
- Height
- 173cm
- Occupation
- Ice hockey player
4. Personality
Motto
Private
6. Links
Frequently asked questions
When was Kailer Yamamoto born?
Born September 29, 1998 (age 27).
Where is Kailer Yamamoto from?
Kailer Yamamoto is from Spokane, Washington, United States.
What does Kailer Yamamoto do?
Kailer Yamamoto works as Ice hockey player.
How tall is Kailer Yamamoto?
Kailer Yamamoto is 173cm.
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7. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-02
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.