We have the reaction of Martin St-Louis and the organization following Laine's injury
Patrik Laine's injury during the preseason game between the Montreal Canadiens and the Toronto Maple Leafs dealt a devastating blow to the Bell Centre crowd.
Early in the game, Laine was involved in a knee-on-knee collision with Cédric Paré, leaving him unable to put weight on his right leg and forcing him to leave the game immediately.
This situation is particularly disheartening as Laine, who had just signed with Montreal, was on a mission to establish himself as a key player this year. He had shown an exemplary work ethic since arriving, often being the first on the ice before practices and one of the last to leave.
The reactions from Martin St-Louis, the Canadiens' head coach, and Jeff Gorton, the director of hockey operations, reflected the severity of the situation. St-Louis, normally optimistic, appeared visibly downcast, while Gorton was left nearly speechless.
Now, the pressing question is how long Laine will be sidelined. Medical sources indicate that the absence could be lengthy, although no definitive information has been confirmed by the team yet.
For Laine, this injury comes at a crucial moment in his career in Montreal, just as he was aiming to make a strong impact in his first season with solid performances and stats. Both the Canadiens and their fans are now hoping for a swift recovery, as the team's future could be significantly affected without him in the lineup.
| POLL | ||
Do you think Patrik Laine will play this year after the gruesome injury? | ||
| Yes | 126 | 40.3 % |
| No | 187 | 59.7 % |
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