Here’s the latest on the top Rangers storylines to follow as the NHL works on finalizing the start for next season. From Alexis Lafreniere at the WJC to Pavel Buchnevich as a potential trade candidate.
Will Alexis Lafreniere play at the WJC
The New York Rangers face a tough decision this week on their first number one overall selection since 1965. Alexis Lafreniere is eligible to play at the WJC for Team Canada and they want him very badly.
“We’re going to keep that conversation going and we’re going to look at all the different options still,” Hockey Canada’s VP Scott Salmond said.