The coach demands more from Columbus’ Finnish star.
Patrik Laine, who played as a center forward this season, has suffered from inefficiency. AOP / USA TODAY SPORTS
Patrick Laine has to watch the Columbus Blue Jackets match against the Philadelphia Flyers from the sidelines.
It’s a so-called revival move, because the Finn is in full game condition.
– I know what he is capable of. I know his potential. He’s not happy about the decision, don’t get me wrong, the Columbus coach Pascal Vincent said The Athletic Aaron Portzline by.
– Right now, Patty needs to take a deep breath of oxygen. Going to work on getting his touch, his shot and his confidence back so he can be the Laine we all know. It was a tough debate, but no one is bigger than the Blue Jackets.
In an injury-marred early season, Laine has yet to catch on. The high-paid star player has managed only two goals and one assist in nine matches.
The match between Columbus and Philadelphia starts at 00:30.