Patrik Laine: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / September 11

Bold Predictions: Patrik Laine Finishes Top 5 in Goals

Over the next 5 days, I will be writing about my 5 boldest predictions for the Montreal Canadiens season, starting with Patrik Laine staying healthy and

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 3

Kent Hughes wants more from Patrik Laine

These days, Kent Hughes is in Detroit on the heels of a meeting with the other GMs and coaches, whichis one of the reasons we’ve seen news of the playoff salary cap.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / September 3

Atlantic Division Preview: What if Canadiens’ Ivan Demidov is the real deal?

It’s difficult to separate the hype from the reality when it comes to talking about Montreal Canadiens prospects. The same can likely be said about the

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The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

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Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / September 2

I don’t see him playing 40 games this year: Georges Laraque doesn’t believe in Laine

This will be Patrik Laine’s second season with the Canadiens, and… it’s kind of hard to set expectations one way or the other. We know he has the talent to score a lot of goals – especially on the powerplay – because we saw him do it last season, but we also know that Patrik Laine is a “special” player.

NHL News / Yardbarker

Current NHL players who have the best chances to reach 500 goals

Getting to 500 NHL goals is not as rare as it used to be, but it certainly still is not commonplace. Heading into the 2025-26 season, 48 players have done it.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / September 1

Why Laine Could Score 40 Goals This Season

For the first time since he was traded to the Columbus Blue Jackets back in 2021, forward Patrik Laine has nothing hindering his game. This is why we could

Montreal Canadiens News / Sporting News / August 27

Canadiens offseason acquisition's wrist shot draws Patrik Laine comparison

Analyst Marc-Olivier Cook had high praise for newly acquired Montreal Canadiens forward Zack Bolduc's wrist shot.

Could Bolduc Challenge Laine for Best Wrist Shot?

On last night’s episode of the Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro, Marc-Olivier Cook of Dans Les Coulisses mentioned that newcomer Zachary Bolduc could challenge Patrik Laine for the best wrist shot on the team.

Montreal Canadiens News / House of Hockey / August 26

Patrik Laine Makes Wild and Bold Promise for Montreal Canadiens Fans Next Season

Last year was a tough season for Patrik Laine, but now that he's healthy, the Canadiens star has made a promise to fans ahead of the 2025/26 campaign. The 2024/25 season was a memorable one for the Montreal Canadiens, a young team that defied expectations to snag one of the Wild Card spots in the Eastern Conference.

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 25

Way-too-early Montreal Canadiens trade candidates in 2025-26 season

The Montreal Canadiens have high hopes entering the 2025-26 NHL season. The Habs returned to the playoffs in 2025, facing the Washington Capitals in the first round.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 26

Patrik Laine: 'Fans won’t have to stress until the last game of the season'

After missing out on the playoffs for three consecutive seasons, the Canadiens were back in the spring tournament last season. There was, however, a mountain of stress in the last few games, with Montreal losing three consecutive games before finally winning its final game of the season to secure a playoff spot.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / August 21

Rantanen Facing Fine, Laine Extension, & More NHL Rumors

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, Mikko Rantanen is facing prosecution and fines for refusing to appear for military service. Is he in trouble, or is this a big to-do about nothing?

Montreal Canadiens News / NHL Trade Talk / August 21

Patrik Laine Hints at Extension with Canadiens, Trade Rumors Continue

Patrik Laine made it clear this week that he envisions his future with the Montreal Canadiens. Open to signing an extension with the team, Laine noted, “I’d be more than happy to obviously play here.

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Montreal Canadiens News / The Sick Podcast / August 19

Re-visiting the Patrik Laine Trade 1 Year Later

It has been officially one year since the Montreal Canadiens traded defenseman Jordan Harris to the Columbus Blue Jackets for forward Patrik Laine and a 2026 2nd-round pick.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / August 17

Canadiens 2025-26 Player Previews: Patrik Laine

NHL Entry Draft and free agent frenzy completed, the dog days of summer wear on as NHL management groups take a bit of a breather before the training camps begin.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / August 17

Laine’s Career Almost Ended, Kadri Speaks on Olympics & More NHL Rumours

In today’s NHL rumour rundown, we look at Patrik Laine and how his career almost came to an end before a strong bounce-back into the league. Elsewhere, Nazem Kadri of the Calgary Flames spoke about not being invited to Team Canada’s invitees list for the 2026 Milan Olympics.

Montreal Canadiens News / House of Hockey / August 16

Patrik Laine Hints at Leaving the Montreal Canadiens in Free Agency in Home-Country Interview

Patrik Laine has recently done a major interview in his home country, and in that interview, he hinted at testing the waters in free agency next summer.

Montreal Canadiens News / Dose.ca / August 10

Patrik Laine: Alexandre Carrier predicts a 50-goal season… in 2026-27

Patrik Laine is a guy who gets a lot of attention on the ice for his goal-scoring ability. Last year was no exception: even in just 52 games and while

Montreal Canadiens News / Athlon Sports / August 1

Canadiens Holding Off On Key Forward Trade Decision

Patrik Laine’s name has been in the rumor mill amid trade speculation that has been ongoing since the Montreal Canadiens acquired him a year ago as part of their 2024 offseason moves.

Montreal Canadiens News / Last Word On Sports / July 27

Where Patrik Laine Fits in the Montreal Canadiens Lineup

The Montreal Canadiens have long had an issue when it comes to secondary scoring. Last summer, they were hoping to address those woes by adding a former 40-goal scorer to the fold.

Montreal Canadiens News / The Hockey Writers / July 26

What Role Will Patrik Laine Play for the Canadiens This Season?

It’s hard to predict what kind of impact Patrik Laine will have with the Montreal Canadiens this season. Once viewed as one of the NHL’s premier goal-scorers, Laine arrived in Montreal with more questions than answers.

Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / July 14

Where Does Patrik Laine Slot in for Canadiens?

In the final year of his deal — one that paid him $8.7 million a season for four years — Montreal Canadiens sniper Patrik Laine has been ripped apart by the media for his lack of interest in playing the defensive side of the game and overall poor five-on-five play.

Montreal Canadiens News / Breakaway on SI / June 15

What's Next For Canadiens Sniper Patrik Laine?

It was a step in the right direction, but Patrik Laine's 2024-25 regular season was a stepping stone year. The Montreal Canadiens took off after the Four Nations Face-Off, and Laine's scoring was integral for the team's attack, and he can be so much better than that.

Montreal Canadiens News / Habs Fanatics / March 24