Reports: Rangers, Alexis Lafreniere finalizing 7-year extension

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The New York Rangers and forward Alexis Lafreniere are close to finalizing a seven-year contract extension, multiple media outlets reported on Friday.

TSN reported the deal is worth $52.15 million for Lafreniere, who signed a two-year, $4.65 million contract in August 2023 and is set to become a restricted free agent after this season.

Lafreniere's reported new contract will begi