As a generational prospect, Alexis Lafreniere of the New York Rangers knows he must perform better in the coming games. Last season, during his first campaign at the NHL level, Alexis played in 56 games, scoring 12 goals and recording nine assists. He enjoyed 13:53 minutes of ice time on average but has seen a significant uptick this year to 15:42.
The Quebec native has scored two goals and earned one assist over seven games this season, recording two game-winning goals compared to four last year.
However, in the team’s most recent defeat to the Calgary Flames, head coach Gerard Gallant singled out the youngster for his poor performance: “I want more from Laffy.