That is sometimes the quietest time within the hockey offseason. Then Patrik Laine modified all of that final week with information he has been cleared by the NHL/NHLPA help program and is able to return to the ice.
The Finnish ahead reportedly requested a commerce from the Columbus Blue Jackets, and there was phrase earlier this offseason that new Columbus GM Don Waddell was open to working with Laine’s agent on potential commerce locations — even along with his cap hit and dicey harm historical past.
The rumor mill is now working time beyond regulation, with shops throughout North America speculating the place Laine might land. Whereas there may be an argument for a way he would match on a plethora of groups, there are two that appear to be favored greater than others at this level late within the offseason.
