Three leading contenders to acquire 40-goal scorer Patrik Laine
Patrik Laine's tenure with the Columbus Blue Jackets appears to be coming to a close, with recent developments making a trade increasingly likely.
Laine's stint, marked by inconsistent performance and coaching issues, has failed to spark the anticipated success. As Laine exits the NHLPA's Player Assistance Program, trade speculation heats up.
Montreal has shown interest in acquiring Laine, and at 26, he's a prime target for several teams. Ryan Whitney from the Spittin' Chiclets Podcast has highlighted three teams that could be potential landing spots for Laine:
Laine, with an $8.7 million salary over the next two years, remains one of the NHL's top goal-scoring talents. The addition of Laine could significantly boost the playoff aspirations of teams like Detroit and Colorado. However, for the Flames, who are entering a rebuild phase, Laine's short-term contract doesn't align with their future plans.
Columbus is reportedly looking for draft picks and prospects in return, making Detroit and Colorado potentially ideal destinations for the former Winnipeg Jets forward.
Source: House of Hockey
Three interesting teams emerge as fits for Patrik Laine
| POLL | ||
JUILLET 30 | 145 ANSWERS Three leading contenders to acquire 40-goal scorer Patrik Laine Which of These Teams Would Be the Ideal Fit for Patrik Laine? | ||
| Colorado Avalanche | 51 | 35.2 % |
| Detroit Red Wings | 59 | 40.7 % |
| Calgary Flames | 35 | 24.1 % |
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