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Golden Knights’ Eichel Has Plenty to Prove in 2022-23

After two injury-riddled, inconsistent seasons, Jack Eichel is in need of a big 2022-23 campaign to re-establish himself as an elite player.

After an inconsistent and injury filled 2021-22 season, Jack Eichel is eager to prove just how great of a player he is in 2022-23.

Jack Eichel’s much anticipated return to Buffalo didn’t go as planned, as he and the Vegas Golden Knights fell by a 3-1 final.

On Thursday night, Jack Eichel will play against the Buffalo Sabres for the first time since being traded in November.

Vegas Golden Knights head coach Peter DeBoer told reporters on Tuesday that Jack Eichel isn’t as close to a return as some think.

After Sunday night’s game, Vegas Golden Knights’ Robin Lehner was very appreciative of the warm reception from New York Islanders fans.

On Thursday afternoon, a clip was released to Twitter of Jack Eichel skating for the first time since his neck surgery.

On Friday morning, Jack Eichel underwent neck surgery, one that is being described as having gone “very well.”

Speaking with media on Monday, Jack Eichel made it clear he is very confident that when he returns he will be better than ever before.

With the Jack Eichel acquisition on Thursday, the Vegas Golden Knights will be forced to make some difficult cap decisions going forward.