Here is an article on Laine.
From his history, I'm not sold on Laine being better top 6 solution the someone like Mercer, but he's certainly capable of being one. There is an equal chance of him fizzling out as becoming a monster. If he sees himself as the "older brother of
his team", a core of Demidov, Dach, Suzuki, CC, Slaf and Newhook, well, his potential contribution is deadly. He's a legit 50 goal player that is in his prime. And he's got lots of talent around him that will help him get there.
Or he's gone in two years...
The newest member of the Montreal Canadiens is feeling ready both mentally and physically for the upcoming season. But during his first media availability since the trade, Laine told reporters that he's been cleared to skate after having an operation and his shot is feeling as powerful as ever
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