For the first time in two weeks, it’s a slow day for the Rangers. The only news that impacts them is that Jack Eichel’s camp has requested a trade again, which favors the Rangers. Eichel’s doctor was also on with Elliotte Friedman’s 31 Thoughts Podcast, explaining the operation Eichel wants versus the operation the Sabres want to give him. It’s a great listen and really gives great insight into the actual details from a real doctor, as opposed to social media doctors and doctors in the comments.
1. Per Eichel’s doctor, the operation is artificial disk replacement surgery for Eichel’s herniated disk.