It’s no secret that Patrik Laine has struggled this season. Since being traded to the Columbus Blue Jackets on January 23, 2021, Laine has posted just 10/7/17 in 34 games. To say that is an underperformance, for a guy that is considered one of the most talented shooters in the entire NHL, would be an understatement. There has been a lot of debate about why he has struggled, who is to blame, and what needs to be done to help him. Now that the trade deadline has come and gone, and the team’s trajectory for the rest of this season has seemingly been decided, let’s take a look at the future of Patrik Laine and the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Laine Shuffling: exploring the winger's future in Columbus
