Patrik Laine skated today

Is Patrik Laine sick right now?

It seems to be the case.

But, despite everything, few people believe that he is “really” struggling with flu symptoms. At least, Luc Gélinas is part of that group…

The CH is in Vancouver for tonight's game and there was no morning skate scheduled for today.

The guys practiced yesterday.

However, Patrik Laine still took the opportunity to get on the ice. He was the only guy on the ice in Vancouver, as reported by Eric Engels on X.

It remains to be seen if he will be in uniform or not tonight… Or if it's Pezz who will take his place in the lineup, as was the case on Saturday in Calgary.

Note that Renaud Lavoie also posted a video (X) in which we see Laine on the ice in Vancouver.

But whether he plays or not tonight, Laine is becoming a distraction for the rest of the team.

Everyone knew that his acquisition came with certain risks. We knew that Laine didn't have the best reputation to start with, and we've been talking about him – or almost – for a few days now.

And the timing is bad because the Canadiens are currently fighting for a playoff spot.

The team really doesn't need this…

Ultimately, let's recall that for tonight's game against the Canucks, Samuel Montembeault will get the start for the Canadiens.

Monty lost his last game against the Oilers and this will be a good opportunity for him to get back on the winning track.

Note that the Quebecer has four wins in his last five outings.

He's been doing well since the return of the 4 nations: