NHL:
If Lafrenière lands the final top-unit PP slot, how should Trocheck's ice time be balanced on special teams and 5-on-5 roles?
Qwiket AI:
Trocheck stays essential on the PK and as a reliable 4th line/2nd PP option, but his 5-on-5 usage will hinge on matchups. Expect him to anchor faceoffs and the left-circle on the top unit early, with shifts down the lineup if Lafrenière proves the spark. Over time, coaches will tilt more to youth on PP1, but Trocheck’s steadiness keeps him in high-leverage roles.
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New York Rangers: