Eichel: “I wanted to be here as long as I could”

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – After signing an eight-year $80 million extension — the largest contract in franchise history — Sabres star forward Jack Eichel said he got emotional.
“It’s been a whirlwind for me the last 24-hours,” Eichel said.  “Sitting here I don’t think I ever imagined this, ahead of my 21st birthday in a few week that’d I have this opportunity – to play hockey for a living.”
“It’s a bit overwhelming.&