The Jets have a need for another center, especially since veteran Bryan Little is out for the rest of the season. Adam Lowry and Mark Letestu are also currently injured, so Eakin should help Winnipeg in their quest to maintain their playoff spot in the Western Conference. His arrival may allow both Blake Wheeler and Andrew Copp to play wing at the same time. They have been sharing time at center lately.

For the Golden Knights, who are currently leading the Pacific Division, trading Eakin is not so much about the upcoming Stanley Cup playoff push but rather about asset management. With Eakin set to become a UFA this summer, the Knights decided to sell him for a conditional fourth-round pick in '21 (which can become a third in '21 if the Jets make the playoffs (or if they re-sign Eakin before July 5).

Eakin's fantasy value should remain low, even after moving to Winnipeg. He can get hot in the points department from time to time but is not a reliable fantasy contributor.