Alexis Lafreniere showing Rangers there’s more to his game as Mike Sullivan’s trust grows

TRENDINGDodgers return to NLCSRays sweep YankeesBrewers clinch NLCSValkyries, Dream win Game 2sNFL Power RankingsStory byStory byAlexis Lafreniere showing Rangers there’s more to his game as Mike Sullivan’s trust growsNew York Rangers left wing Alexis Lafreniere (13) scores a hat trick goal during the third period of a game against the New York Islanders at Madison Square Garden in Manhattan, N.Y., Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026.Andrew CraneThu, October 8, 2026 at 1:49 AM UTC·3 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesAlexis Lafrenière has a hat trick as the Rangers beat the Islanders for their 4th win in a rowNEW YORK (AP) — Alexis Lafrenière recorded a hat trick, with two goals into an empty net, and had an assist as the New York Rangers extended their winning streak to four by defeating the crosstown rival Islanders 5-2 on Tuesday night.The Rangers are unbeaten since getting shut out in their opener a week ago at Boston.Associated PressAlexis Lafreniere, Oliver Bjorkstrand Lead NY Rangers Over NY IslandersThe New York Rangers beat the New York Islanders being an offensive explosion from Oliver Bjorkstrand and Alexis Lafreniere.New York Rangers On SILafreniere’s hat trick, Bjorkstrand’s pair carry Rangers past Islanders 5-2The New York Rangers need goals from Alexis Lafreniere if they are to have any hopes of making the playoffs. 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