One of the most interesting players in the Lions in the four -country tournament starting this week is Montréal Canadiens Patrik Laine.
After mental and physical setbacks, Laine returned to the NHL in December and scored 12 goals for his first 18 matches and scored three passes.
However, Laine goes to the national team tournament in an eight -match scoreless tube, during which Montréal head coach Martin St. Louis has also been benching a Finn.
For the Lions, the big question is the role in which the Finn is seen as the flat field plays. With overwhelming, the shot of the Laine is undoubtedly very useful.
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On Monday, the Lions surprised Montréal during the team’s first practice, with only 11 players skating on the ice. Laine was not with the crowd.
The role of Laine was not yet geared, but head coach Antti Pennanen commenting on the player briefly when asked if Laine’s role would be overwhelming.
– He has a great shot. I had a good conversation with him today. He was very enthusiastic and motivated. I believe that before the US, you will know how to use him, Pennanen said.
New information about the Lions’ chain compositions and the role of Laine is expected to have new information on Tuesday evening when the team’s next exercises are on the program.
According to preliminary information, on Tuesday, the Lions will practice with full occupation.
Four -country tournament fixture program
Thu 13.2. at 03.00: Canada -Sweden (Montréal)
Fri 14.2. at 03.00: USA -Finland (Montréal)
Sat 15.2. at 8 pm: Finland -Sweden (Montréal)
Sun 16.2. at 03.00: USA -Canada (Montréal)
Mon 17.2. at 8 pm: Canada -Suomi (Boston)
Tue 18.2. at 03.00: Sweden -Usa (Boston)
Fri 21.2. at 03.00: Final (Boston)