
Seeing him get injured during a preseason game was a cold shower… but ultimately, he returned in December. And since his return, everything has changed in the city.
Laine has injected new energy into the group, and above all, he didn’t waste time in starting to produce. In fact, in 18 games since his return, Laine has already scored 12 goals and recorded 15 points.
Patrik Laine played his 18th game of the season tonight with the #Habs and that’s exactly the same amount of games he played last season with the Blue Jackets.
CBJ 23-24: 18GP | 6G | 3A | 9PTS
MTL 24-25: 18GP | 12G | 3A | 15PTSHow many goals do you think he’ll get?
— Peter Alper (@PeteAlper) January 20, 2025
If a “rusty” Patrik Laine scores 12 goals and 15 points in 18 games, what can a Laine who, let’s hope, has shaken off all the rust do next season?
However, it should be emphasized that at this moment, Laine’s shooting percentage is ridiculously high. The Finn has hit the target on 24.5% of his shots this season, which is really higher than his career shooting percentage (15%).
So we can expect some regression sooner or later… but the effects of this regression could be mitigated if, over time, he continues to shake off the rust.
In a nutshell
– Seven goals in seven games: Auston Matthews is on fire.
Auston Matthews is officially on a HEATER with seven goals in his last seven games
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— TSN (@TSN_Sports) January 21, 2025
– Let’s not forget him.
Dustin Wolf: a very serious Calder candidate?
We talk a lot about Lane Hutson, Macklin Celebrini, and Matvei Michkov, but the Flames’ rookie goaltender is having quite a season so far!
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— L’Antichambre (@Antichambre) January 21, 2025
– Indeed.
Even though there is congestion, the rotation is filled with uncertainties and Kershaw could play a role in it. https://t.co/RbTxQxbfF3
— Passion MLB (@passion_mlb) January 20, 2025
– I’m going with the Chiefs. And you?
The Super Bowl before the Super Bowl, according to @Brunoheppell!
Who will come out on top in the fourth playoff duel between Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen?
Listen to the analyst’s comments with @LangloisMario
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— 98.5 Sports (@985Sports) January 21, 2025