Since his arrival with the Canadian, Patrik Laine quickly established himself as a centerpiece of the team's attack. His presence on the ice, particularly on the power play, has transformed this unit into a constant threat.
Equipped with a lightning shot and formidable precision, Laine excels at finding the back of the net from the slot or the face-off circles, regularly putting opposing goalkeepers in difficulty as very few players know how to do.
As well as scoring key goals, his vision of the game and ability to create opportunities for his teammates make him a valuable asset. Opposing defenders struggle to contain his power and skill, which allows the Canadians to maximize their chances on power plays.
With Laine in great shape, Montreal can hope to not only improve its offensive performance, but also become a more difficult team to face.
In 8 games since his return, the team has a record of 5-3-0 and will try tonight to win a 3rd game in a row for the first time this season.
If the great Finn scored another power play goal this evening, he would become the first CH player to score 8 power play goals in his first 9 games of the season since Ivan Cournoyer in 1970.
Well it’s now done!
With CH's 3rd goal this evening, he has just joined Ivan Cournoyer.
Patrik Laine is looking to become the first member of the Canadiens to score 8 PP goals in the first 9 games of a season since Yvan Cournoyer in 1970-71.
That's a truly impressive stat, especially since only four players have more power play goals and they've all played around 30 games.
Only 4 players have more power play goals than Patrik Laine this season:
– Brayden Point (26 MJ)
– Kyle Connor (34 MJ)
– Andrei Svechnikov (31 MJ)
– Brady Tkachuk (32 MJ)
*Update* he is now tied for 2nd!
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