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Where is Patrik Laine? Why talented forward isn't playing for Canadiens in playoffs
TL;DR
Patrik Laine is not playing for the Montreal Canadiens in the playoffs as they face the Buffalo Sabres. The talented forward, who recently turned 28, has had a challenging season.
Key points
- Montreal Canadiens are in the second round of the playoffs
- Patrik Laine is missing from the lineup
- Laine recently turned 28 years old
- Canadiens are playing against the Buffalo Sabres
- Laine has had a challenging season
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The Montreal Canadiens have an exciting young team that has surged into the second round of the playoffs.
But as they take on the Buffalo Sabres, at least one exciting talent is missing: Patrik Laine.
Laine just turned 28 years old last month, but this has not been the favorite season of the former No. 2 overall pick.
He has appeared in just five games, notching a single assist.
That's a long way from his early-career 60- and 70-point seasons with the Winnipeg Jets.
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Where is Patrik Laine?
Laine remains out with an abdominal injury. It's not something that has gotten much more information than that through the season.
Q&A
Why isn't Patrik Laine playing for the Canadiens in the playoffs?
Patrik Laine is not participating in the playoffs due to unspecified reasons related to his performance this season.
What is Patrik Laine's age and draft position?
Patrik Laine recently turned 28 years old and was the No. 2 overall pick in the NHL draft.
Which team are the Canadiens playing against in the playoffs?
The Montreal Canadiens are facing the Buffalo Sabres in the second round of the playoffs.