Jack Eichel

Ice Hockey Player

American North Chelmsford, MA, USA

Quick Info

ProfessionIce Hockey Player
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth28/10/1996
Age29 years
BirthplaceNorth Chelmsford, MA, USA

Latest News about Jack Eichel

22/02/2026

Jack Eichel won Olympic gold with Team USA in the men’s ice hockey tournament at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. He played a major role in the U.S. run to the title, and the victory gave him his first Olympic gold medal. The result added to his international resume after previously earning a bronze medal at the 2015 World Championships.

08/10/2025

Jack Eichel signed an eight-year, $108 million contract extension with the Vegas Golden Knights. The deal keeps him in Las Vegas through the 2033-34 season and carries an average annual value of $13.5 million. It followed his role in helping the Golden Knights win the Stanley Cup in 2023.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameJohn Robert Eichel
NicknameEichel Tower
PositionCenter
ShootsRight
Current TeamVegas Golden Knights
Draft2015 NHL Entry Draft, 2nd overall by Buffalo Sabres

Physical Stats & More

Height6'2" (188 cm)
Weight205-208 lbs (93 kg)

Educational Qualification(s)

CollegeBoston University

Family

FatherBob Eichel
MotherAnne Eichel

Career

NHL Debut2015 with Buffalo Sabres
Teams
  • Buffalo Sabres (2015-2021)
  • Vegas Golden Knights (2021-present)
Achievements
  • Stanley Cup Champion (2023, Vegas Golden Knights)
  • Olympic Gold Medal (2026, Team USA)
  • World Championship Bronze Medal (2015)
  • Alternate Captain, Vegas Golden Knights
  • Captain, Buffalo Sabres (2018-2021)
  • NHL All-Star (2018, 2019, 2020)
NHL Stats635 games, 247 goals, 385 assists, 632 points (as of latest)
Contract8-year, $108 million extension (signed October 2025, avg. $13.5M)

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Started youth hockey with Dual State River Hawks
2. Qualified for Hobey Baker Award consideration
3. Evolved from offensive talent to two-way center
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