Jason Botterill has promised open communication. Jack Eichel likes the sound of that.

Eichel will meet with the Sabres’ new general manager for the first time Wednesday, part of a whirlwind trip to Buffalo for the center. Eichel has talked with Botterill by phone and text, and the first impression has been good.

“Seems like a great guy, and just looking forward to starting a relationship,” Eichel told The Buffalo News on Wednesday. “First impressions, he’s very well put-together. He’s very well-spoken. I think he’s real sharp. He knows what he wants.

“Obviously, I’ll get to know him more as I get to talk to him and meet him. I’ve heard nothing but great things from other people, peers of his that know him. I’m excited to have him and excited for the future.”

When Sabres owner Terry Pegula fired General Manager Tim Murray and coach Dan Bylsma in April, he said he wanted improved communication in the organization. Botterill, a longtime Pittsburgh executive, says talks were common between coaches and players with the Penguins, and he wants to bring that to Buffalo.