A high-stakes match looms for a team still recovering from a challenging season, with particular emphasis on improving their performance in home games. The player acknowledged the struggles faced last year, framing the upcoming contest as a critical opportunity to turn things around. Practice sessions ahead of the game have set the tone for a focused effort, as the team prepares to face a determined opponent. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see if the shift in momentum translates into results.


“Everyone knows we struggled last year, especially at home, so it’s a big game for us,” Lafrenière told The Post after the Rangers practiced Wednesday in Tarrytown.