What's Behind Alexis Lafreniere And The New York Rangers' Hot Start?

Neither Alexis Lafreniere nor the New York Rangers [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/new-york-rangers] could ask for a better start than they've gotten through the first early stretch of the season. The team started the year with a 4-2-0 record in their first six games, with wins over some very good teams. And for the first time in a long time, it feels like Alexis Lafreniere is the kind of player they can count on. Through the first six contests, he scored four goals - three of which were in a 5-2 win over the New York Islanders [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/new-york-islanders] - and two assists.