Today, Gerard Gallant and the New York Rangers are making 2020 first overall Alexis Lafreniere a healthy scratch against the Tampa Lightning. Jesse takes a look at why and Lafreniere's future with the Rangers.

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Originally aired: December 29, 2022

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Alexis Lafreniere is a Healthy Scratch | December 29, 2022