Patrik Laine is reportedly seeking a second opinion regarding his left knee injury…
The Montreal Canadiens forward isn’t ready to accept his current situation without further exploration.
Anthony Marcotte, who covers the Canadiens for BPM Sports, shared that Laine has opted to consult another specialist, echoing what journalist Frank Seravalli recently reported. This suggests that Laine might be able to avoid surgery. Both Laine and the Canadiens are handling the situation carefully and ensuring thorough consideration of all options.
Laine’s decision to seek additional medical advice may also explain why there hasn’t been an official announcement from the team yet. It appears that Laine wants to fully understand the extent of the injury before deciding whether surgery is necessary. It’s possible the swelling in his knee is hindering an accurate diagnosis, so there’s no immediate rush.
In contrast, fellow player David Reinbacher has already undergone surgery, as his situation had been assessed and finalized.
As for Laine, no decision has been made yet. Stu Cowan and Tony Marinaro have mentioned a potential recovery time of 4 to 6 months, but this timeline will depend on whether Laine undergoes surgery. More updates will follow as developments unfold.
Laine, 26 years old, is a 6-foot-5, 215-pound forward who joined the Canadiens in a trade with the Columbus Blue Jackets on August 19. Over the last two seasons, he has tallied 52 points in 55 games, along with 9 points in 18 contests this season.
