Jack Eichel's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Jack Eichel.

Jack Eichel is an American professional ice hockey center and alternate captain for the Vegas Golden Knights. Drafted second overall by the Buffalo Sabres in 2015, he was highly touted even before entering the NHL, being described as a potential 'new face of American hockey' at just 17 years old. He was considered part of a rising group of generational talents in the sport, demonstrating exceptional skill and potential early in his career.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1993: Paul Kariya Wins Hobey Baker Award

In 1993, Paul Kariya previously won the Hobey Baker Award, making Eichel the second freshman to win it on April 10, 2015.

2013: World U-17 Hockey Challenge

In 2013, Eichel won a bronze medal with Team USA at the World U-17 Hockey Challenge and a silver medal at the IIHF World U18 Championships.

2014: IIHF World U18 Championships

In 2014, Eichel helped the USA squad capture the gold medal at the IIHF World U18 Championships.

April 10, 2015: Wins Hobey Baker Award

On April 10, 2015, Eichel became the second freshman to win the Hobey Baker Award.

October 8, 2015: First NHL Goal

On October 8, 2015, Eichel scored his first NHL goal in his first game with the Sabres, against the Ottawa Senators, becoming the youngest player in Sabres history to do so.

2015: Hobey Baker Award

In 2015, Eichel was the recipient of the Hobey Baker Award as the top NCAA men's ice hockey player.

2015: Potential Career Rivalry

The Golden Knights faced the Edmonton Oilers, a matchup that attracted media attention due to its pitting Eichel against McDavid, which had been considered a potential career rivalry at the time of the 2015 draft.

January 11, 2018: Selected for All-Star Game

On January 11, 2018, Eichel was selected as the sole representative of the Sabres for the 2018 NHL All-Star game, his first NHL All-Star game.

March 28, 2019: 100th Career Goal

On March 28, 2019, Eichel scored his 100th career goal in a game against the Detroit Red Wings.

January 2, 2020: Penalty Shot Goal in Overtime

On January 2, 2020, Eichel became the first player in Sabres history to score a penalty shot goal in overtime, and also set a franchise record for goals scored in overtime.

2022: Start of Improved Season

The 2022–23 season would begin on a much better note for the Golden Knights, with new coach Bruce Cassidy's arrival shifting the team's playing style and calling on Eichel to assume heavy responsibilities in the defensive zone.