Golden Knights Secure Jack Eichel with Long-Term Eight-Year Contract Extension
Strong Start for the NHL Season: Jack Eichel’s Long-Term Extension with Vegas Golden Knights
Jack Eichel Secures Future with Vegas Golden Knights
Jack Eichel, a standout from the 2015 NHL Draft, has signed a significant long-term contract extension with the Vegas Golden Knights. The deal, which provides a $13.5 million average annual value (AAV), was finalized mere hours before the 2023 NHL season kicked off. This agreement came right in time, as Eichel was poised to become an unrestricted free agent after the 2025-26 season.
Negotiations and Eichel’s Approach
In the weeks leading up to this breakthrough, Eichel maintained a composed outlook. When asked about the potential impact of ongoing contract negotiations on his performance, he remained unfazed. “If a contract happens organically, then it happens,” Eichel expressed last month in Las Vegas during the NHL/NHLPA pre-season player media tour. He emphasized that his primary focus was on preparing for the season and enhancing his contributions to the team.
Comparison with 2015 Draft Class Peers
The decision to sign Eichel follows similar moves by his fellow 2015 draft picks, including Connor McDavid, Kirill Kaprizov, and Kyle Connor, who recently secured lucrative multi-year deals. Eichel, drafted second overall by the Buffalo Sabres, ranks as the fifth-leading scorer from his draft class, accumulating 608 points (239 goals, 369 assists) across 616 career games.
Impressive Performance and Team Success
At 28, Eichel continues to demonstrate his prowess on the ice. Last season, he achieved a personal best with 94 points (28 goals, 66 assists) in 77 games, placing him among the top contenders for the Hart and Selke trophies. Eichel’s efforts contributed to Vegas finishing with a strong 50-22-10 record, the third-highest point total in the NHL standings, and winning the Pacific Division. However, their season ended in a second-round playoff loss to the Edmonton Oilers.
Vegas Golden Knights’ Long-Term Vision
With Eichel’s new contract, he is committed to the Golden Knights through the 2033-34 season. He joins players like Mitch Marner, Shea Theodore, and Noah Hanifin in securing a long-term tenure with the team. Since his return from artificial disk replacement surgery, Eichel has consistently delivered at a point-per-game pace for the Golden Knights. His drive and determination also earned him a spot as the No. 1 center for the U.S. at the 4 Nations Face-Off and a place on the Olympic team roster.
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