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Blue Jackets’ Patrik Laine takes aim at John Tortorella for last season’s difficulties

May 8, 2021; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets right wing Patrik Laine (29) skates against the Detroit Red Wings in the 1st period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports

Patrik Laine took aim at his former head coach, John Tortorella. Apparently, speaking in his native tongue has him singing a new tune. In a recent interview with Finnish news outlet Aamulehti he told them how he was used was “stupid” and Torts didn’t allow him to be himself.

A much different song than he sang during his exit interview.