Alexis Lafreniere Notches Hat Trick and Four Points in Rangers' Win

New York Rangers forward Alexis Lafreniere recorded his third career hat trick, scoring a bardown goal in the second period and two empty-netters in the final two minutes to lead his team to a 5-2 victory over the New York Islanders. Lafreniere also added an assist on Oliver Bjorkstrand's opening goal, extending the Rangers' winning streak to four games. He finished with three shots on goal, rebounding strongly after going scoreless in his previous four appearances.