New York Rangers' lineup conundrum hinges on star player Alexis Lafreniere
The New York Rangers had the opportunity to draft left wing Alexis Lafrenière first overall in the 2020 NHL Draft, a choice that was not made lightly. The conversation about selecting Lafrenière began more than five years ago, long before the Rangers won the 2020 lottery and secured the first overall pick.
The Rangers were in a unique position to select Lafrenière, a talented young player who had been on their radar for quite some time. The conversation about drafting him started after the Rangers won the 2020 lottery, securing the coveted first overall pick.
Mollie Walker, a reporter who has covered the Rangers extensively, was not directly involved in the draft preparations. However, she is available to provide the latest Rangers buzz, exclusively for Sports+ subscribers. Subscribing to Sports+ grants access to her latest updates and question answering services. Access to her text messages is also exclusive to Sports+ subscribers.
The timeline for the conversation about drafting Lafrenière began more than five years ago, long before the 2020 lottery even took place. The Rangers were discussing drafting Lafrenière as early as more than five years ago, a testament to his promising talent.
The selection of Lafrenière by the Rangers was a significant moment in the team's history. With his addition to the team, the Rangers hope to continue their upward trajectory and compete at the highest level. For now, fans can look forward to watching Lafrenière's development and the impact he will have on the team.
