Former 1st overall pick being shopped by Eastern Conference team
The New York Rangers seem to be imploding slowly as the season progresses. Head coach Gerard Gallant seems to have lost the respect of his players and scratching a 1st overall pick might've just been a way to put him on the trading block.
Alexis Lafreniere might be on his way out of town, according to Ali Murji. Although a deal doesn't seem to be too close at this time, teams are inquiring.
The return for Lafreniere is speculated to be at least a a first round pick and/ or a top end player in a deal involving the young forward.
Lafreniere, 21, has been underwhelming for the hype surrounding him as he entered the National Hockey League, but he's still be a pretty serviceable forward at the games highest level.
In 36 games for the Rangers this season, Lafreniere has 5 goals and 12 assists for a total of 17 points. In primarily a bottom 6 role, he's been playing well.
Friction with the head coach might spell the end of Lafreniere�s time in the Big Apple. Maybe a fresh start will be better for the young forward. Sometimes, all players need is a change of scenery
