Eichel sits among unsigned elite-tier UFAs heading into the season; his value hinges on landing spot, but his two-way skill and scoring upside keep him on fantasy radar as a potential late-season surge.

Eichel’s extension remains the central topic, with teams evaluating a price ladder that could top Marner’s annual figure given his center role and Vegas’ cap dynamics. His stance to stay with Vegas remains strong, while market benchmarks and tax considerations shape the floor and ceiling of the contract.

Eichel is Vegas’ primary driver, blending scoring touch with setup ability. Fantasy play centers on his line synergy with Marner and his continued power-play involvement, with a focus on shots, goals, and assists.

Eichel’s extension targets near $13–14M over eight years anchor Vegas’ cap planning and shape the center market, impacting line combos and top-minutes expectations for the Knights’ forward group.

Eichel’s line presence with Barbashev and Marner‐style targets is framed as a key to Vegas’ ceiling this season; his linemates’ production and the team’s depth will influence their ability to sustain high‐end fantasy output.