HENDERSON, Nev. -- Jack Eichel doesn't appear concerned about his future with the Vegas Golden Knights even though he's entering the final season of an eight-year, $80 million contract (average annual value of $10 million).
"For me, it's business as usual," Eichel told NHL.com at the NHL/NHLPA North American Player Media Tour on Wednesday. "Things like that kind of take care of themselves when you're focused on the right things. I know that will sort itself out. Moreso, my mentality is we're starting training camp, we're starting the season and how do I be the best version of myself to help our team win, be a good teammate. We'll see what happens going forward."
Eichel is at ease about the contract situation partly because there is mutual interest from both sides to get a new deal don