Patrik Laine Opens Up in Being Healthy Scratched Against the Flyers
After being a healthy scratch for the game against the Flyers on Saturday, Patrik Laine candidly shared his feelings about the decision.
The Most Embarrassing Incident in His Career
Patrik Laine, like the Columbus Blue Jackets in general, has faced challenges this season. His 3 points in 9 games have fallen short of expectations, especially considering his $8.7 million annual salary.
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His struggles and disappointments were underscored over the weekend when Blue Jackets head coach Pascal Vincent chose to scratch Laine for the Flyers game.
Now, Laine has spoken out about the decision and the impact it had on him.
#CBJ Patrik Laine on his healthy scratch vs. Philadelphia on Sunday:
«Over my career, it's probably the most embarrassing thing that's happened to me. I'm not happy about that. They know that. It is what it is. It's over and done.»
«Over my career, it's probably the most embarrassing thing that's happened to me. I'm not happy about that. They know that. It is what it is. It's over and done.»
Laine Already on the Trade Block?
Clearly, keeping Laine happy isn't Coach Vincent's primary duty; his main task is to win games using whatever means he deems necessary. However, it's evident that the Columbus Blue Jackets' season is unraveling.
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The Blue Jackets were compelled to dismiss head coach Mike Babcock even before the season began, facing criticism for hiring him in the first place.
Currently, they are at the bottom of the Metro Division one-quarter of the way through the season.
It's probable that they will become sellers at the trade deadline. If Laine remains unhappy, he may seek a trade to distance himself from the ongoing turmoil within the Blue Jackets.
I'm sure this will stoke the «Trade Laine» fires.
As seen on Markerzone - Laine Comments on Being Healthy Scratched
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21 NOVEMBRE | 319 ANSWERS Patrik Laine Opens Up in Being Healthy Scratched Against the Flyers Who do you think is better? | ||
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| Patrik Laine | 108 | 33.9 % |
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