The year of Jack Eichel continues.
The Vegas Golden Knights superstar was named to the Olympic Six for the United States, playing alongside megastars such as Matthew Tkachuk, Quinn Hughes, and Auston Matthews. After a breakout season of 28 goals and 94 points, it's well-deserved.
He's averaged nearly a point per game during his illustrious career (608 points in 616 career games). Not only that, but he also had 26 points during the Golden Knights Stanley Cup run in 2023 (six goals and 20 assists).
He already earned the distinct honor of being named to the U.S. Men's roster in the 4 Nations Face-Off, winning second place in the process. Eichel also earned fifth place in the Hart Trophy voting, boosting his stock within the NHL atmosphere.
Ironically enough, he isn't the only star from Vegas earning his cut on the Olympic scene. Another player will also represent his respective nation in the upcoming Olympic games, taking in a delicious pasta dish. Who is this mystery man accompanying Eichel to Italy?
What about Jonas Rondbjerg?
Jonas Rondbjerg was named to the Olympic Six for Denmark, capitalizing on his World Cup appearance from 2024-25. Here, he scored two goals in five games.
Rondjberg was also the assistant captain for the Henderson Silver Knights, scoring 11 goals and 15 assists in 53 games. On the NHL level, he only played 13 games with the Golden Knights, where he didn't register a point.
Overall, it was solid representation for Vegas, specifically with Eichel. It's another notch under his belt as he continues his ascent into greatness. That's what happens when you get 94 points in a single season, after all. You get fifth place in the Hart Trophy voting and become the superstar everyone's been waiting to see.
Now? He gets to carry the distinction of being "Captain America." The former second-overall draft pick will represent a significant player in the international hockey world, acting as the de facto leader. He has the Stanley Cup to earn that moniker, you know. With that comes some saltiness from Buffalo.
There's an old saying that goes a little something like this: "People hate a winner, I guess."