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Yes, but they don't slam them in person the same way the players are slammed say here on HFBHabs. The fans in person are more concerned, usually wishing the player(s) well. Hoping say the losing streak, or the players struggles come to an end.At the supermarkets. In the malls. At the bars... You can't go out when you're struggling and not hear it from people.
Montreal is a fishbowl. If you're an introvert or have mental health issues, it's going to be rough on you. It's similar in Toronto but at least Toronto has other sports teams in the city. In Montreal, all the focus is on the Habs.
Is that an enviroment that Laine should be brought into? I don't know the nature of his mental health issues and so I can't say. But they should absolutely factor this in before bringing him here.
Also as I mentioned, most of the players have people buying their food for them. In malls or bars, all they have to do is call ahead. Stores will close down, just for them. Restaurants will provide a private areas for the players. So that they don't get bothered.
Yes it is a fishbowl, compared to other NHL cities. But as I've mentioned above, there are ways of getting around it. Sure they can't move around like you or I can. But with the salaries they make. It's much easier than you might think.
I honestly don't know, since it hasn't been said why he went into the program. But I'm sure his mental wellness will be part of the discussion. If/when HuGo talks to him.
Yes, but I also read how his condition was worsened by Covid. Where he was trapped inside the majority of the time. Only going out to walk his dog six times per day.Read what Walsh wrote about Montreal. "There is no getting away from it."