I find Bouchard's skating to be decidedly average. Technically it is fine, but he is missing a good deal of athleticism. I worry about how it will impact his ability to get to pucks when the game speeds up. I do not think we will see him up in transition much at the pro level with any regularity and I do not think he will be able to beat the forecheck with his feet on a consistent basis (one of my big hang ups in today's game). I get that people are in awe of the stats. They don't, however, tell the whole story.
In Bouchard's defense he is being asked to do way too much for the Knights. In a more normal environment his skating may look a bit different. I like a lot of what he brings, but I do have lingering reservations (or at least questions) about him.