Alexis Lafrenière certainly idolized Sidney Crosby like many young hockey players, especially playing for the Rimouski Océanic in the QMJHL where Sid the Kid dominated.
However, when asked who his favorite player was prior to being taken first overall by the New York Rangers in 2020, there’s only one answer.
“Growing up, I’ve always watched Patrick Kane,” Lafrenière said. “Still watch him, he’s my favorite player. What he can do on the ice under pressure and in big moments, I think he can be the difference maker. Just always watched him and still is my favorite player.