Jack Eichel posts three points in Golden Knights win over Flames

Fantasy hockey: Eichel had a goal and two assists Thursday, a strong night from a center already averaging 1.23 points per game in his recent sample.

By Fantasy Roundup Staff · October 16, 2026

Jack Eichel had one goal and two assists on four shots in 15:16 of ice time Thursday, October 15 as the Golden Knights beat the Flames 6-2. He finished plus-2 with one hit.

The three-point night stands out on the score sheet, but Eichel's fantasy value was already established at 1.23 points per game in his recent averages. His underlying play grades 97 out of 100 among forwards, a measure of how sustainable his production is going forward.

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Jack Eichel

Eichel's line Thursday delivered one goal and two assists on four shots, a big performance from a center already averaging 0.37 goals and 0.86 assists per game in his recent sample. He plays 21:02 a night overall and runs the first power-play unit at 3:36 per game, leading all Golden Knights skaters in power-play ice time. His 97th-percentile process ranking reflects strong shot volume, scoring chances and minutes.

The Golden Knights have two games left this week, Saturday and Tuesday. Eichel remains a hold in all formats given his established role and elite underlying numbers. His 1.23 points per game and top power-play minutes make him a fixture in fantasy lineups, and Thursday's output fits the profile of a high-end center already performing at that level.

What to do

• Keep Jack Eichel active in all formats with two games left this week.

• His 21:02 of ice time and first power-play unit role support his 1.23 points per game.

• His 97th-percentile process ranking signals sustainable production ahead.

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