‘Thompson was treated like a one-of-their-own hero last week in New Jersey, when Hughes brought him to center ice to be a part of his homecoming. That reception might not be in the cards for Eichel, of course, but Thompson was asked point-blank Monday if he wanted to include Eichel and Vegas teammate Noah Hanifin in the ceremony, knowing what the reaction would be.
No hesitation. “Of course,” Thompson said.’