Montreal Canadiens’ forward Patrik Laine will be sidelined for 3-4 months due to core muscle surgery, the team confirmed on Saturday. This injury comes after Laine’s last appearance on October 16, during an overtime victory over the Nashville Predators.
Details of Laine’s Injury
Laine’s last game saw him exit with 4:36 left in the third period. Initially, he was considered day-to-day with a lower-body injury. This unfortunate development has now extended his time away from the rink significantly.
Laine’s Performance Overview
In the five games he played this season, Laine managed only one assist. His career stats are impressive; he was selected second overall by the Winnipeg Jets in the 2016 NHL Draft. Over his career, he has accumulated:
- 422 points (224 goals, 198 assists) in 537 regular-season games.
- 17 points (8 goals, 9 assists) in 26 Stanley Cup Playoff games.
Team Standing Amid Injury Challenges
The Canadiens currently hold a 6-3-0 record, placing them first in the Atlantic Division. They are set to face the Vancouver Canucks on Saturday evening at 7 p.m. ET, with broadcast coverage on CBC and TVAS.
As Laine begins his recovery, the Canadiens will look to maintain their strong start to the season without him.
