Patrik Laine was expected to have an incredible comeback season with the Montreal Canadiens, but his plans were derailed by a knee-on-knee collision with Cedric Pare from the Toronto Maple Leafs. After the incident, it was confirmed that Laine had sustained a sprained knee and would need to sit out for the remainder of the year. This was a significant setback, but there was a silver lining as he received the prognosis that he could potentially return for the latter half of the season, despite needing some rehabilitation.
Recently, Eric Engels reported that he saw Laine walking without crutches, although he was still wearing a large walking boot. Many were encouraged to see him moving independently. Additionally, Laine’s fiancée shared a video showing him playing with his dog, where he appeared to be doing well—without any crutches and in good spirits.
This news is very promising for both the Montreal Canadiens and Laine as they look ahead. Although the situation has been challenging, the team can find comfort in the fact that improvements are on the horizon. Only time will determine if Laine can return to his previous form.
