Rangers rookie Alexis Lafreniere, on right, starts the 2021 training camp at the MSG Training Center in Tarrytown on Jan, 4, 2021. Credit: NY Rangers/Nick Homler
It’s hard to guess who’s been waiting for this moment more — Rangers fans, or the player himself.
Months after being drafted first overall by the Rangers, Alexis Lafreniere will get his NHL debut on Thursday against the Islanders. He is, in a word, excited.
"I feel really good," the 19-year-old winger said. "Obviously [there are] a lot of nerves, but I think I’m really excited, really looking forward to tomorrow .