Jack Eichel C VGK Sun 2/28/21 1:22 PM
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Eichel (lower body) is a game-time decision for Sunday's game versus the Flyers, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports.
EDGE Analysis
Eichel has missed the last two games, including Saturday's loss to the Flyers, but head coach Ralph Krueger is leaving open the possibility that the superstar will return Sunday. The 24-year-old produced 14 points over the first 16 games prior to this injury. The final verdict on Eichel's status will be made after warmups.
Jack Eichel C VGK Sat 2/27/21 12:05 PM
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Eichel (lower body) won't play Saturday against Philadelphia, Heather Engel of NHL.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Eichel's considered day-to-day with his lower-body injury, so although he won't be available Saturday, he could return for Sunday's rematch with the Flyers. Curtis Lazar is expected to skate on the Sabres' top line until Eichel is ready to return.
Jack Eichel C VGK Fri 2/26/21 4:21 PM
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Eichel (lower body) is considered day-to-day, John Wawrow of The Associated Press reports.
EDGE Analysis
Eichel was a late scratch prior to Thursday's game against the Devils, and his status for Saturday's game against the Flyers is still up in the air. Expect a definitive update on the star center's status before Saturday's 1:00 p.m. EST puck drop.
Jack Eichel C VGK Thu 2/25/21 7:04 PM
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Eichel (lower body) won't suit up in Thursday's game against the Devils, Paul Hamilton of WGR Sports Radio 550 reports.
EDGE Analysis
Eichel was able to skate in warmups ahead of the contest, but the lower-body issue will force him to miss his first game of the season. The 24-year-old's absence will be a huge loss for the Buffalo offense, as he's racked up two goals and 14 points across 16 games. With Eichel sitting out Thursday, he will be replaced in the lineup by Tage Thompson.
Jack Eichel C VGK Thu 2/25/21 12:49 AM
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Eichel tallied an assist in Tuesday's win over the Devils.
EDGE Analysis
The helper gives Eichel three points in his last four outings -- all assists. He continues to primarily generate assists, but the goals are lacking. He hasn't found the back of the net in his past eight contests, dating back to Jan. 28. He has two goals and 14 assists through 16 games. Fantasy managers will be hoping the points continue, but that Eichel is able to pop a few more goals along the way.
Jack Eichel C VGK Mon 2/8/21 4:23 PM
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Per NHL Public Relations on Monday, Eichel and the Sabres' games have been postponed through at least Feb. 13, which means his next opportunity to play won't be until Feb. 15 against the Islanders.
EDGE Analysis
This continues to be a fluid process, as the Sabres seem to add more players to COVID-19 protocol on a daily basis. At the time of this report, the Sabres had nine players in the league's protocol.
Jack Eichel C VGK Tue 2/2/21 5:38 PM
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Per Mark Scheig of The Hockey Writers, Eichel and the Sabres' games have been postponed through at least Feb. 8, which means his next opportunity to play won't arrive until Feb. 11 against the Capitals at the earliest.
EDGE Analysis
The only thing that's been able to slow down Eichel this season has seemingly been postponements, as he's already racked up two goals and 11 points through 10 games. He'll continue to feature on Buffalo's top line and first power-play unit whenever the Sabres are cleared to resume play.
Jack Eichel C VGK Tue 2/2/21 12:22 PM
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Eichel and the Sabres' Tuesday matchup with the Islanders has been postponed.
EDGE Analysis
Eichel will have to wait for Thursday's game versus the Isles for his next opportunity to add to the 11 points he's already racked up through 10 games this campaign.
Jack Eichel C VGK Sun 1/31/21 8:38 PM
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Eichel picked up two power-play assists while adding seven shots and a minus-1 rating in Sunday's 5-3 loss to the Devils.
EDGE Analysis
The 24-year-old superstar had been in a bit of a slump, managing only two goals and three points over his prior six games, but Eichel looked good albeit in a losing effort. With 11 points (two goals, nine helpers) through 10 games overall, he's headed for a third straight season with better than a point-a-game pace.
Jack Eichel C VGK Sat 1/30/21 3:23 PM
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Eichel (undisclosed) returned to Saturday's game against the Devils, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports.
EDGE Analysis
Eichel apparently took a puck to the face before going to the locker room, but he returned after just a few minutes of repairs. The 24-year-old will resume his role centering the Sabres' top line.