Jack Eichel is ‘not meeting expectations lately’

Although the Vegas Golden Knights have been among the NHL’s most consistent teams throughout the season, they’ve had a few struggles of late and are currently on a losing streak of three games. The Golden Knights have been watching the surge. Seattle Kraken As a result, Pacific Division is in the lead

Vegas is experiencing injuries, and has lost a few regulars. Mark StoneThis season, he is second on the team and has 38 points. Other players must step up, as several key contributors are unable to play.

Jack Eichel, a star forward who was hot to start the season, has not been able pick up the pace. returning from an 11-game absence January 6. Since being activated from injured reserve (lower body injury), the 26-year old has scored just two goals and has not scored during the Golden Knights current skid, while also posting a minus-4 rating.

Bruce Cassidy, head coach, was impressed by the performance and is now looking for more.

“Jack hasn’t been as driving force for us this year on both ends of ice as he was at beginning of the year,” Cassidy told reporters After Thursday’s defeat to the Detroit Red Wings. Jack does not live up to the expectations. He must be more helpful, especially since we have a few guys who are causing offense to us. He should be one of our drivers.”

Eichel is now in his second season as a Golden Knights player since he was acquired from the Buffalo Sabres In a major deal in 2021. After sustaining a neck injury, the three-time All-Star averaged less that a point per match last season. However, he has performed better in 2022-23 with 15 goals and 19 assists in 33 games.

The next chance for Vegas to win is Saturday against the Washington Capitals As the team finishes up a disappointing seven game homestand,

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