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The Dallas Stars have just had their season postponed due to COVID-19 and the Columbus Blue Jackets could be next. This should be a stark reminder what a challenge this NHL season will be to pull off.

To happier news, if the season does get going and can be completed, the Rangers have the top two candidates to win Rookie of the Year.

Top 5 Rookie of the Year Candidates

Scott Wheeler over at the Athletic ranked this season’s top candidates to win rookie of the year. Here are the top 5:

Alexis Lafreniere
Lafreniere is pick number 1 (Bauer Hockey)

When it comes to why Lafreniere is number one, he writes:

Lafrenière’s biggest challenge is going to be a roster one.