"Alexis Lafrenière's career in the Big Apple has been underwhelming, as he has yet to develop into the star many projected him to be when he was selected first overall. This season, in particular, has been a challenge for Lafrenière. Through 47 games, he has recorded just nine goals, and the Rangers have made it clear they need more from him. That frustration has shown in his recent demotion to the third line,"
"Alexis Lafrenière has become a bust with the Rangers, and a change of scenery could be what the Quebec native needs. Lafrenière was projected to become the next big thing in hockey, and it came with good reason. Lafrenière had quite the junior career; in his final season with Rimouski, he tallied 35 goals and 77 assists for 112 points."
"Lafrenière entered the NHL under unusual circumstances; he debuted for the Rangers during the COVID-shortened 2020-21 season. While his rookie year was quiet, it continued over his next few seasons, recording 31 and 39 points. The 2023-24 campaign finally showed progress, with Lafrenière producing 57 points in 82 games, leading many to believe he was turning a corner. Instead, that momentum has stalled, and he now finds himself in a diminished role in New York."
Alexis Lafrenière, selected first overall, excelled in juniors with 35 goals and 77 assists in his final Rimouski season and helped Canada win World Juniors gold. His NHL debut came during the COVID-shortened 2020-21 season and produced modest early returns, followed by 31 and 39 point campaigns. The 2023-24 season showed a breakthrough with 57 points, but the current season has regressed: nine goals through 47 games. The Rangers have demoted him to the third line and expressed frustration, and a trade or change of scenery is presented as a possible path to revive his NHL trajectory.
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