What makes giving Alexis Lafrenière a bigger Rangers role so complicated
Alexis Lafrenière's role with the New York Rangers is under scrutiny as he has not met the high expectations set for a first overall draft pick. Despite his struggles, he remains an important player for the team during a retooling phase. The ongoing debate centers on whether he can still reach his potential in the NHL.
- ▪Lafrenière was drafted first overall by the Rangers in 2020.
- ▪His performance over six NHL seasons has not matched that of other top draft picks.
- ▪The Rangers are focusing on retooling their roster, making Lafrenière's role crucial.
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| Publication time | Tue, 19 May 2026 06:20:00 -0400 |
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inside the rangers What makes giving Alexis Lafrenière a bigger Rangers role so complicated By Mollie Walker Published May 19, 2026, 6:20 a.m. ET Alexis Lafrenière plays the puck against the Blues at Madison Square Garden on Nov. 24, 2025. JASON SZENES FOR NY POST See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google The conversation surrounding Alexis Lafrenière each offseason since the Rangers drafted him first overall in 2020 has largely centered around one question: Is this his ceiling? Access the Rangers beat like never before Get Mollie Walker’s text messages with the latest Rangers buzz and get your questions answered — exclusive to Sports+ subscribers. SIGN UP NOW For a No.
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