As we gear up for the 2025-26 fantasy hockey season, one of the most compelling storylines to follow is the offensive trajectory of Vegas Golden Knights superstar center, Jack Eichel. Coming off a phenomenal 94-point season (28 goals, 66 assists) in 77 games, Eichel firmly re-established himself as one of the league’s elite offensive drivers. The question on every fantasy manager’s mind now isn’t if he’ll be good, but just how high he can fly. From where I’m sitting, the sky’s the limit, and a 100-point season is not just a possibility; it’s a very realistic target.
Analyzing Eichel’s Path to a Career Year
Last season’s 1.22 points-per-game pace was a career-best for Eichel, and there’s little reason to expect a regression. At 29, he is in the absolute prime of his career, combining his signature explosive skating with a mature, refined playmaking game. His 66 assists were a testament to his elite vision and his ability to elevate the players around him. For the upcoming season, I’m projecting a slight uptick in goal-scoring, as he continues to build chemistry with his linemates and remains the focal point of the Vegas attack.
A significant factor in this projection is the Golden Knights’ formidable power play. With Eichel quarterbacking the top unit, he’ll be distributing the puck to a lethal cast of characters. Imagine the possibilities with Mark Stone’s hockey IQ along the half-wall, Tomas Hertl providing a dominant net-front presence, Pavel Dorofeyev’s wicked one-timer, and the elite puck-moving skills of Shea Theodore at the point. This unit has the structure and talent to be a top-5 power play in the league, and Eichel will be the engine driving it. I expect at least 35 of his points to come with the man advantage.
The Mitch Marner X-Factor
Now, let’s address the elephant in the room: the persistent rumors linking Mitch Marner to Vegas. If the Golden Knights’ management pulls off a free agent signing for the superstar winger, you can essentially pencil Eichel in for 100 points and walk away. The addition of a playmaker of Marner’s caliber—a fellow pass-first wizard—would create an offensive juggernaut. The defensive attention Marner commands would open up even more ice for Eichel. The potential for highlight-reel give-and-go plays between these two is staggering. If Marner dons the black and gold, I’m bumping my projection by 5-7 points immediately.
Even without Marner, however, Eichel is on a clear path to career-best numbers. He is healthy, confident, and the undisputed offensive leader of a perennial contender.
Final Projection: 32 Goals, 69 Assists, 101 Points
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