The New York Rangers won't be releasing forward Alexis Lafreniere to Team Canada for the World Junior Championship.
“After ongoing discussions with the New York Rangers, Hockey Canada has been informed that Alexis Lafrenière will not be released to represent Canada at the 2021 IIHF World Junior Championship in Edmonton. Although we are disappointed Alexis will not be able to join our team for World Juniors, we understand and respect the decision made by the Rangers," Hockey Canada said in a statement.