Pittsburgh Penguins Prepare for Season Opener Against Rangers and Lafreniere's Growth

Wednesday, 9 October 2024, 22:30
Pittsburgh Penguins gear up for the season opener as Alexis Lafreniere looks to build on his breakout performance from last season. The New York Rangers are expecting big things from Lafreniere this year. With 57 points last season, he aims to elevate his game and contribute more during crucial power plays. The matchup promises excitement as both teams take the ice.
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Pittsburgh Penguins Prepare for Season Opener Against Rangers and Lafreniere's Growth

Pittsburgh Penguins Season Opener Against Rangers

GREENBURGH, N.Y. -- Alexis Lafreniere is ready to take on more entering his fifth NHL season. The New York Rangers want to give it to him.

It isn't so easy.

Lafreniere broke out last season with 57 points (28 goals, 29 assists), with 51 points, including 26 goals, coming at even strength. The obvious next step is to see what he can do as a regular on the power play, but that's the conundrum coach Peter Laviolette is dealing with as the Rangers continue preparations for their regular-season opener at the Pittsburgh Penguins on Wednesday (7:30 p.m. ET; TNT, Max).

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