Paul Kruse was a professional ice hockey player who played as a forward. He began his career in the minor leagues before being signed by the NHL's New York Islanders in 1992. Kruse played for the Islanders for two seasons before being traded to the Anaheim Ducks in 1994. He played for the Ducks for three seasons before being traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins in 1997.
Kruse's best season came in 1995-1996 when he scored 20 goals and had 25 assists for the Ducks. He was known for his speed and his ability to play on both ends of the ice. Kruse was also a solid penalty killer and was often used in that role by his coaches.
Kruse's career was cut short by injuries. He suffered a serious knee injury in 1998 that required surgery and caused him to miss most of the season. He returned to play for the Penguins in 1999 but was never able to regain his form. He retired from professional hockey in 2001.
Kruse's career statistics are not particularly impressive. He scored a total of 38 goals and had 51 assists in 241 NHL games. However, he was a valuable role player who was respected by his teammates and coaches. After retiring from hockey, Kruse went on to work in the financial industry.
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