Canadiens' Patrik Laine out 3-4 months; Olympics also in doubt
Montreal Canadiens forward Patrik Laine will miss the next three to four months following core surgery, the team announced Saturday.
www.espn.comPatrik Laine's latest injury news: he underwent core muscle surgery and is expected to be out about 3–4 months, with a return window targeted for late January to February 2026. This situation could affect his Olympic eligibility depending on recovery progress.[1][4][5]
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