Laine’s NHL Future in Question | Montreal Canadiens News

Patrick Laine’s NHL future is heating up as the Canadiens and other teams eye a one-year, performance-based deal for the scoring winger. Once a power-play weapon with Montreal, his recent dip in games played raises questions about his role—especially if you want him on your top line. But don’t overlook that lethal shot from the faceoff circle. The catch? His defensive lapses could force coaches to bench him late or limit his ice time. Teams like Calgary or Vancouver see him as a low-risk gamble, while Pittsburgh’s veteran leadership—think Crosby—might be the perfect fix to keep him motivated and productive. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/137c229dddf3802d