The Vegas Golden Knights and Jack Eichel are in discussions for a long-term contract extension. As he approaches the last year of his current eight-year, $80 million deal, Eichel is determined to remain with the Golden Knights. Reports suggest both sides are targeting an eight-year agreement.
Details on Jack Eichel’s Contract Situation
Jack Eichel is currently 28 years old and has a cap hit of $10 million. TSN Hockey Insider Pierre LeBrun highlighted that Eichel’s focus is solely on signing a long-term deal with the Golden Knights. “He does not want to go anywhere,” LeBrun stated.
Current Contract Insights
- Current contract: Eight years worth $80 million
- Annual cap hit: $10 million
- Entering final season of the deal
Discussions are ongoing to determine the average annual value for Eichel’s extension. Notably, recent contracts for players like Kirill Kaprizov and Connor McDavid are influencing these negotiations. Kaprizov recently signed an impressive eight-year, $136 million contract, while McDavid took a different route, opting for a two-year extension worth $25 million.
Eichel’s Impact on the Team
Last season, Eichel showcased his skills by scoring 28 goals and accumulating 94 points in 77 games. In the playoffs, he added a goal and ten assists but ultimately faced elimination in the second round against the Edmonton Oilers.
- Eichel’s playoff performance: 26 points in 22 games during the recent Stanley Cup run
- Key contributor in Golden Knights’ first Stanley Cup title
Career Statistics
Jack Eichel was drafted second overall in the 2015 NHL Draft by the Buffalo Sabres. His career statistics include:
| Team | Goals | Points | Games Played |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo Sabres | 211 | 377 | |
| Vegas Golden Knights | 28 | 239 |
With his combination of scoring and playmaking abilities, Eichel is poised to become one of the NHL’s top earners with his next deal. Discussions about his extension will continue as both parties aim to finalize an agreement that reflects his value to the team.
