Rangers' Perreault Primed for Breakout

0:00On April 19th, the New York Rangers wrapped up a rough season dead last in the Eastern Conference, missing the playoffs for two straight years. They came in with big hopes, but fell flat fast. Now they're retooling, not rebuilding thanks to two first round draft picks and plenty of cap space to make moves this summer. Young guns stepped up late, giving fans some hope. Standout rookie Gay Perriott, their former first rounder, found his rhythm down the stretch and earned a spot on the first line with Mika Zbenehad and Alexis LaFernier. That pressure didn't phase the 20-year-old. He posted 27 points with 12 goals and 15 assists over 47 games. His best stretch came in April, banging in five goals across seven games, proving he belongs. Perro's passing on a world championships invite to grind this off season. He's all about fixing weaknesses and leveling up, showing real maturity for a rookie. With assets like him, the Rangers look primed to climb back into contention. Keep an eye on this kid, he could be their

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