Here are the top New York Rangers stories to follow as the NHL works on finalizing the start for next season. The biggest story at the moment revolved around #1 draft pick Alexis Lafreniere.
Alexis Lafreniere at WJC and spot in the lineup
The Rangers have a good problem. Where should they play #1 overall pick Alexis Lafreniere next season? Here’s the safe play, start him on the third line with Filip Chytil and Julien Gauthier. Let the rookie ease his way into the NHL and give him PP minutes.
Now if Lafreniere looks like he can handle more, that’s when David Quinn will need to be creative.