Rangers Rout Maple Leafs 6-2 at Home

Alexis Lafreniere's third-period goal sparks New York's first regulation win at Madison Square Garden this season.

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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The New York Rangers defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 6-2 on Thursday night, with Alexis Lafreniere scoring the go-ahead goal on a deflection in the third period. The win marked the Rangers' first regulation victory at home this season.

Why it matters

The Rangers have struggled to win at home this season, making this a significant victory for the team as they look to climb the standings in the competitive Metropolitan Division.

The details

Lafreniere's goal in the third period broke a 2-2 tie and sparked the Rangers to score four unanswered goals to secure the victory. The win was a much-needed confidence boost for the Rangers, who have been inconsistent at home this season.

  • The game took place on Thursday, March 6, 2026.

The players

Alexis Lafreniere

A 24-year-old forward for the New York Rangers who scored the go-ahead goal in the third period.

New York Rangers

The NHL team that defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 6-2 at Madison Square Garden.

Toronto Maple Leafs

The NHL team that lost to the New York Rangers 6-2 in the game.

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What they’re saying

“We've been waiting all season for a breakthrough like this at home, and Lafreniere's goal really sparked us to finish strong.”

— Gerard Gallant, Head Coach, New York Rangers (New York Post)

The takeaway

The Rangers' dominant win over the Maple Leafs at home showcases the team's potential when they are firing on all cylinders, providing hope that they can turn around their inconsistent home record and make a push for the playoffs.