Chris Kreider is an American professional ice hockey player in the National Hockey League (NHL), playing as a left-winger for the New York Rangers, as of February 2025. He was born on April 30, 1991, in Boxford, Massachusetts, and was selected by the Rangers in the 2009 NHL Entry Draft as the 19th overall pick.
He started playing hockey at Masconomet Regional High School. He later went to Phillips Academy where he led his team to the New England Prep semifinals. For his performances, he was named the New England Prep Player of the Year. He continued to excel in his college career with the Boston College Eagles where he earned All-Hockey East Rookie honors and All-Hockey East Second Team honors.
Who is Chris Kreider’s wife, Francesca Gentile?
According to the NY Times, Chris Kreider is married to Francesca Gentile. They got married in August 2017 and several of Kreider's teammates and ex-teammates attended the wedding. His teammate and Rangers' alternate captain Mika Zibanejad was the best man at the wedding.
What does Francesca Gentile do for a living?
According to her LinkedIn profile, she is the co-founder of Cala for Her. Cala for Her is an agency that helps women during pregnancy and with postpartum struggles. Prior to this, she worked part-time at GrayBarns on the Silvermine River. Her job included developing corporate offerings and offering luxury corporate experiences and retreats to clients.
According to her LinkedIn profile, she attended Denison University in Granville, Ohio. She graduated in 2016 with a Bachelor of Arts degree with a focus in Environmental Studies and Economics.
How long have Chris Kreider and Francesca Gentile been married?
According to the NY Times, they got married in August 2017. As of February 2025, they have been married for more than seven years.
FAQs On Chris Kreider
A. As of now, Chris Kreider does not have any kids.
A. Francesca Gentile is the wife of Chris Kreider.
A. Chris Kreider will make $6,500,000 int he 2024-25 NHL season, as per Spotrac.
A. Chris Kreider made his NHL debut in 2012 and has been with the New York Rangers since then.
A. According to Spotrac, Chris Kreider is under a seven-year $45.5 million contract with the New York Rangers.
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