Player Discussion Patrik Laine

[Pompeius Magnus]

I wonder what number he's going to go with. As far as I know, 29 is the only one he's ever had, even in his Tampere days and on the national team. 92 would look kinda ugly IMO, 26 maybe ?

 

[Habs10Habs]

Also sends a message to the young core that we are trying to find ways to win. That's huge.

Absolutely. I was hoping to see some of the reactions from our current players.

If MSL puts together Laine - Dach - Slafkovsky

That's a 6'4 and above line of guys drafted 2-3-1 overall in the draft.

That's ridiculous that its even possible.

I'm usually against messing with a line that works (Caufield/Suzuki/Slafkovsky). But damn, that would be a fun line to consider.

 

[Mrb1p]

Also sends a message to the young core that we are trying to find ways to win. That's huge.

After debating this position for the whole summer now people are starting to say it.

 

[Scintillating10]

Are Habs under the cap with this trade? Or we have to make another move

 

[B1g B1rd]

Just finished listening to his press conference.... Calm, smiling and articulate answers. I had the feeling he learned a lot and matured greatly in the past few years. If he can bring that new attitude to his hockey game, he's going to be a real plus for us, not only with the points (40-30 for me) but with his presence in the locker room and on the ice.

Also listened to Matt Perreault interview at la poche bleue. He played with him in WPG. Said he was loved in the room but was fragile mentally when things werent going his way. Laine touched on that during his presser, saying he was young and has learned how to handle thoise situations.

I'm optimistic. I think we will see a new Laine, more mature, ready to participate in a team effort rather than individualism performance.

What a move by the management team. Lets see now where this will push us in the standings.

 

[Mrb1p]

Are Habs under the cap with this trade? Or we have to make another move

1 million over with Price

 

[KevSkillz4]

Just finished listening to his press conference.... Calm, smiling and articulate answers. I had the feeling he learned a lot and matured greatly in the past few years. If he can bring that new attitude to his hockey game, he's going to be a real plus for us, not only with the points (40-30 for me) but with his presence in the locker room and on the ice.

Also listened to Matt Perreault interview at la poche bleue. He played with him in WPG. Said he was loved in the room but was fragile mentally when things werent going his way. Laine touched on that during his presser, saying he was young and has learned how to handle thoise situations.

I'm optimistic. I think we will see a new Laine, more mature, ready to participate in a team effort rather than individualism performance.

What a move by the management team. Lets see now where this will push us in the standings.

Spot on!

Laine is more matured player and person. His conference seems like a guy who is very happy to play for Habs and in Canada.

I have feeling that he will be a Habs for very long time!

 

[Mrb1p]

Just finished listening to his press conference.... Calm, smiling and articulate answers. I had the feeling he learned a lot and matured greatly in the past few years. If he can bring that new attitude to his hockey game, he's going to be a real plus for us, not only with the points (40-30 for me) but with his presence in the locker room and on the ice.

Also listened to Matt Perreault interview at la poche bleue. He played with him in WPG. Said he was loved in the room but was fragile mentally when things werent going his way. Laine touched on that during his presser, saying he was young and has learned how to handle thoise situations.

I'm optimistic. I think we will see a new Laine, more mature, ready to participate in a team effort rather than individualism performance.

What a move by the management team. Lets see now where this will push us in the standings.

That's where having a vet like Perry or Pavelski or Giroux or Kane could've helped us. Gallagher has the same immaturity, armia is armia, Anderson has the leadership of a cashew.

 

[waitin425]

Patrik Laine - 2025 NHL All-Star - my bold prediction.

 

[HabsWhiteKnightLOL]

your're good Borrow is gone

Best news after Demidov this summer

That's where having a vet like Perry or Pavelski or Giroux or Kane could've helped us. Gallagher has the same immaturity, armia is armia, Anderson has the leadership of a cashew.

Don't disrespect cashews , they actually tastes good

 

[Captain97]

Are Habs under the cap with this trade? Or we have to make another move

We are technically ~2 million over but that includes price who will be on LTIR.

For day 1 of the season 2-3 of RHP, Roy, Hutson, and Struble will be sent down to laval on paper then Price will be placed on LTIR and they will then be called back up.

 

[Scintillating10]

1 million over with Price

Can we make paper move at end of camp?

 

[Benstheman]

I would be ecstatic with a 30/30 season for Laine in 2024-2025 in a healthy season (75 + games). If he indeed stays healthy, it's a very realistic outcome imo.

What would be interesting is if he has that kind of season, how will Hugues deal with him starting next offseason. Do you give him an extension right away? Do you wait to see if he can stay healthy and sustain his production for a second season in a row, maybe risking having to pay him more on an extension? Do they trade him during next summer or at the next season TDL?

For me, you have to see if he can sustain healthy production for more than a season, particularly considering mental health issues that can follow ups and downs patterns. If he can sustain that kind of production for two seasons, i would be more than ok with giving him a 5-6 years extension at a reasonnable salary.

 

[abo9]

I am somewhat perplexed at how little respect they are receiving league wide. I think this team if they stay healthy will be vastly improved.

I'm excited for what Kent Hughes has built, and I do think we're about to start turning the corner. That said,

The whole team is a bunch of reclamation projects and young players/rookies starting from goalies to defense to forwards. Also half the top 6 (Laine, Newhook, Dach) has had significant injury issue last year (+ Newhook was in a crazy spot to succeed in Colorado and couldn't).

The very few established players like Suzuki and Caufield are good and shown flashes, but haven't shown to be superstars over a full year. A guy like Matheson had a career high of 31 pts before montreal and doubled it in 2 year at the age of 29...

On top of that you got a coach like MSL who's more of a glorified cheerleader (and doing great in that role) than a tactical coach focused on winning games. And competing in the Atlantic division where teams like Ottawa and Buffalo look ahead in terms of a rebuild, whether you agree or not.

That's just how it is. I think if the team can seriously challenge Buffalo, Ottawa, Detroit this year (and I believe they can), it'll change the tune around the league.

 

[Captain Mountain]

Can we make paper move at end of camp?

Montreal's current cap projection has 23 players. 2-3 of Slaf, Roy, Guhle, Hutson, Struble (whether Roy, Hutson and Struble make the team or not) will be papered to the AHL as all are waivers exempt. Price will then be put on LTIR and Montreal will have an ample LTIR cap cushion to make moves and fit who they want.

 

[Mrb1p]

Can we make paper move at end of camp?

So I just checked and the cap is -2 022 084, nothing ELC movement can't cover I think.

 

[Prettyisland]

In PL insta bio his first description is “NHL mental health advocate” he started a mental health based media instagram with his wife. He’s taking this initiative seriously and wants to make it his legacy going forward. Being Montreal Canadien can give him the reach he’s looking for right away. I expect him to be very excited and to have a great year.

 

[PavelBrendl]

The way he comes across in interviews, I think he's a bit of a Dougie Hamilton type of guy. Just a bit "different" from your typical hockey player - a little more cerebral and soft spoken/introverted, and might not fit in with every group. With characters like St. Louis, Hughes and Suzuki leading the franchise, I think this place could be the fit.

 

[Scintillating10]

I think he's a bit of a Dougie Hamilton type of guy. Just a bit "different" from your typical hockey player - a little more cerebral and soft spoken/introverted, and might not fit in with every group. With characters like St. Louis, Hughes and Suzuki leading the franchise, I think this place could be the fit.

I see Laine as Stephane Richer type. Big time shot, size, decent wheels. But injury prone, with defense and mental issues. These kind usually have huge swings in their play.

It's good trade. Probably not enough to get in playoffs. Hurt our draft position though. Drafting 10-12 is likely gone.

 

[Tyson]

Watching highlights of this guy, holy cow can he shoot the puck! What impresses me though is his skating. I didn't realize he was that good of a skater.

 

[Eco]

1 million over with Price

I think we are 2.2m over with Price, no?

 

[KevSkillz4]

Watching highlights of this guy, holy cow can he shoot the puck! What impresses me though is his skating. I didn't realize he was that good of a skater.

Really good speed. He have flash of Kovalchuk in NJ when he comes to back of his net and score a goal. Incredible hockey player when is healthy!!

This guy is a beauty to watch!!

 

[Tyson]

I think we are 2.2m over with Price, no?

Price's LTIR has not been added yet. That happens after he fails his physical and Hughes puts him on LTIR.

 

[Mrb1p]

I think we are 2.2m over with Price, no?

Yes i just checked were 2.2 and some change over.

 

[CanadienShark]

Dach and Laine will be an interesting duo

Agreed. I'm also kind of intrigued by something like:

Laine - Suzuki - Roy/Newhook (Demidov*)
Caufield - Dach - Slafkovsky

*Long term outlook.