Jack Eichel is entering the final season of his eight-year, $80 million contract, yet the 28-year-old center for the Vegas Golden Knights appears unfazed. Fresh off a Stanley Cup-winning campaign, Eichel is approaching the season with a clear focus on preparation and performance rather than the uncertainty of free agency.

The former Buffalo Sabres star led the Golden Knights with a career-high 94 points last season, ranking eighth in the NHL, and played a pivotal role in Vegas’ championship run, contributing 26 points in 22 playoff games. Despite the looming possibility of unrestricted free agency next summer, Eichel remains focused on excelling on the ice and helping the team win.

“For me, it’s business as usual,” Eichel told NHL.com at the NHL/NHLPA North American Player Media Tour on

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