Aaron Portzline, the journalist covering the Columbus Blue Jackets, recently shared insightful details about Patrik Laine following his trade to the Montreal Canadiens.
While he was among the first to report that four Columbus players had requested Laine's departure, Portzline also highlights the positive aspects of the player.
Contrary to negative rumors, he describes Laine as a committed teammate who is evolving. Portzline notes that Laine has made significant efforts to establish himself as a leader in the locker room, particularly by mentoring Adam Fantilli and building strong relationships with his teammates.
According to Portzline, Laine has shown a genuine desire for personal and professional growth, which could prove beneficial for the Canadiens, especially in mentoring young talents like Ivan Demidov.
