Jack Eichel is an American professional ice hockey player who plays for the Vegas Golden Knights, an NHL team. He previously played for the Buffalo Sabers. He stands in the middle and shoots with his right hand. In 2015, he received the Hobey Baker Award. Recently, he was spotted in a match with the Boston Bruins in which they lost 2-5, but he scored one goal in the game.
Early life
Jack Eichel was born on October 28, 1996, in North Chelmsford, Massachusetts, USA. His parents’ names are Bob Eichel and Anne Eichel. He also has a sibling named Jessie Eichel. From a young age, he showed an interest in sports. Jack attended Pioneer High School and Chelmsford High School and graduated from high school. He later went to Boston University for his higher and further studies. He used to play hockey at his school and university.
Jack Eichel career
Jack began his career in 2012 by playing for the US National Development Team in the USHL League. The next year, he played 24 games for the USHL. On April 29, 2014, he signed a letter of intent to commit to Boston University in Hockey East. He played 40 games for Boston, recording 26 goals, 45 assists, and 71 points. In 2015, he entered the 2015 NHL Entry Draft and was selected second overall by the Buffalo Sabers. In 2015, he played 81 games and recorded 56 points, 24 goals, and 32 assists.
From 2016 to 2021, he played with Buffalo against many teams like the Ottawa Senators, the Carolina Hurricanes, the Chicago Blackhawks, the Detroit Red Wings, the Vancouver Canucks, and other teams. In that span, he has been seen in 294 games, recording 115 goals, 184 assists, and 299 points. On November 4, 2021, he was traded to the Vegas Golden Knights in exchange for Alex Tuch, Peyton Krebs, and the first- and second-round draft picks. In 2022, he played a game against the San Jose Sharks and scored his first goal. They even won the game 4-1.
Jack Eichel biography | |
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| Real name | Jack John Robert Eichel |
| date of birth | October 28, 1996 |
| Age | 29 years |
| place of birth | North Chelmsford, Chelmsford, Massachusetts, United States |
| nationality | American |
| job | hockey player |
| religion | Christianity |
| sun sign | Scorpio |
Physical Statistics | |
| height | in feet inches – 6′ 2” – in centimeters – 188 cm |
| Weight | in kilograms – 97kg – in pounds – 213 pounds |
| shoe size | 14 (USA) |
| Hair color | Brown |
| eye color | Brown |
| body type | Sporty |
Jack Eichel family | |
| father | Bob Eichel |
| mother | Anne Acorn |
| sister | Jessie Acorn |
| Brothers | – |
Qualification/Education | |
| school | – |
| University | Boston University |
relationship status | |
| marital status | Married |
| affair | No |
| Who is Jack Eichel’s wife? | Erin Basil |
Personal life
Eichel has been married to Erin Basil, with whom he has been in a long-term relationship since around 2015, when they met as students at Boston University. Erin, from Buffalo, New York, holds degrees in health services and public health, and she has worked in healthcare, including at PerfectServe. The couple has shared occasional photos on social media, though her Instagram remains private, and recent reports note they remain supportive of each other without a confirmed breakup despite past rumors.
Jack Eichel Net Worth
Jack Eichel earned a lot during his career as a professional ice hockey player for NHL teams. He receives the prize money by winning matches. He also earns from various brand endorsements. According to sources, his net worth was estimated at around $30 million.
Facts About Jack Eichel
- His sister played basketball, field hockey, and rowing at Chelmsford High School.
- On August 13, 2015, he signed a sponsorship deal with Bauer Hockey.
- He was recovering from surgery to repair a herniated disc in the 2020-21 season.
- Erin attended Northeastern University and later the University of Buffalo, earning degrees in health sciences and public health.
- On April 19, 2019, he was selected to represent Team USA at the 2019 IIHF World Championship in Bratislava and Kosice, Slovakia.
- His girlfriend, Erin, is a medical student and has worked seasonally as a medical assistant and patient care coordinator at Lancaster Medical Group.