Everything you missed last week from The Hockey News.
Now that the New York Rangers are the best team in the NHL, let's rewind and look at how they climbed to the top of the heap—all the stories from Matthew Mugno and Jonny Lazarus.
VIDEO: Alexis Lafreniere's Contract Already A Steal-Alexis Lafreniere is on a tear. How does he compare to other U23 NHL skaters so far this season?
VIDEO: Patrick Kane Not Returning To The Rangers- The New York Rangers are out of the running for Patrick Kane. Here's the latest from Matthew Mugno.
Igor Shesterkin Outduels Jack Hughes In Return-The Hughes, the Bread, and the Shesty. Igor gets the best of the Devils star in Rangers 5-3 triumph.
Rangers Winning Divisional Games Despite Suspect Officiating- The New York Rangers won its last two games against their opponents and an abundance of vague replay reviews.
Lazarus: Thanksgiving Mailbag Questions-Jonny answers fan questions.
Was Erik Gustafsson the Steal of the Summer in the National Hockey League?-The New York Rangers defenseman, who signed for just $825,000, has really stepped up his play in the first 15 games of the season.
John Be Nimble, John Be Quick: Rangers Win 1-0 Behind Vintage Goaltending Performance-The New York Ranger's 37-year-old backup goalkeeper turns back the clock with a 32-save shutout.
Shut Down Line Helps Rangers Take NHL Throne- In an eventful original six-showdown, the Ranger's fourth line kept the Bruins's top unit at bay, adding offense en route to victory.
No Team Better: Takeaways From Rangers Conquering Of Bruins- Matthew Mugno and Jonny Lazarus provide a plethora of takeaways following the Rangers' significant victory.