Eichel notched an assist and three shots on goal in Tuesday's 5-3 loss to the Lightning.

EDGE Analysis

Eichel helped out on a Jonathan Marchessault tally early in the first period. With eight points over his last five contests, Eichel hasn't been the problem for a Vegas team seeking more consistency. The star center is up to 52 points, 207 shots on net, 49 blocked shots and a plus-2 rating through 49 appearances this season.

Eichel scored a goal on eight shots in Sunday's 3-1 win over the Devils.

EDGE Analysis

Eichel's tally midway through the third period ended up being the game-winner. He has two goals, five assists and 31 shots on net over six games since he returned from a knee injury. The 27-year-old center continues to thrive on the top line with 51 points, 204 shots, 48 blocked shots and a plus-3 rating through 48 appearances.

Eichel scored a goal on four shots, added two assists and went plus-2 in Tuesday's 5-4 overtime win over the Kraken.

EDGE Analysis

Eichel's big game was punctuated with the game-winning tally 3:01 into overtime. This was his second three-point effort in a row, and it got him to the 20-goal and 50-point marks for the season. The 27-year-old has added 191 shots on net, 46 blocked shots and a plus-5 rating through 46 appearances.

Eichel notched three assists, three shots on goal, five blocked shots and a plus-4 rating in Saturday's 5-3 win over the Red Wings.

EDGE Analysis

Eichel was a leader in multiple ways, setting the tone defensively and also helping out on a majority of the Golden Knights' goals. The three assists were his first points in three games since he returned from a knee injury. The star center is up to 47 points, 187 shots on net, 45 blocked shots and a plus-3 rating through 45 contests overall. Eichel should center the top line down the stretch, as long as he can stay healthy.

Eichel fires five shots on net in Monday's 6-3 loss to the Blue Jackets.

EDGE Analysis

After missing the last 19 games with a knee injury, Eichel returned to his regular spot as the first-line center and with the first-unit power play. Eichel finished with five shots and a minus-1 rating in 19:55 of ice time. While he did not register a point, the fact that he played the third-most minutes among forwards and was on the ice for all situations is promising. The 27-year old center is an elite offensive player and should be rostered in all leagues.

Eichel (knee) was activated from long-term injured reserve Monday, per the NHL media site.

EDGE Analysis

Eichel appears ready to return to the lineup Monday against Columbus following a 19-game absence. If that ends up being the case, he should center the first line and work on the top power-play unit. Eichel has amassed 19 goals, 44 points, 173 shots on net and 40 blocked shots over 42 appearances this season.

Eichel (knee) will be a game-time decision for Monday's game versus the Blue Jackets, Mark Scheig of The Hockey Writers reports.

EDGE Analysis

Coach Bruse Cassidey "suspects" Eichel will play, but a final determination on the 27-year-old pivot's ability won't be made until the Golden Knights take the ice for pregame warmups. Eichel's racked up 19 goals and 44 points through 42 contests this campaign.

Coach Bruce Cassidy told Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News on Saturday that he hopes to have Eichel (knee) back in the lineup Monday against Columbus.

EDGE Analysis

Eichel will miss his 19th consecutive contest Saturday against the Sabres. The 27-year-old forward has racked up 19 goals, 44 points, 173 shots on net and 40 blocked shots over 42 appearances this season.

Eichel (knee) has shed his red jersey, Danny Webster of the Las Vegas Sun reports and is partaking in a regular practice Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Eichel is getting very close to a return and it could happen as early as Thursday in Boston, although facing his ex-teammates in Buffalo on Saturday could be more likely. Eichel has missed 17 games and has 19 goals and 44 points in 42 outings this season.

Eichel (knee) is on the ice for practice in a non-contact jersey Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Eichel will presumably need to be cleared for contact and log at least one full practice before rejoining the lineup, but it looks like he could be ready to return to action sooner rather than later. The 27-year-old center has racked up 19 goals, 44 points and 173 shots on net while averaging 20:32 of ice time through 42 contests this campaign.