The Canadiens announce a mysterious absence for Patrik Laine

The Montreal Canadiens have just announced that Patrik Laine will not be available today.

For now, there is no indication of a serious injury, but as you might guess, it didn't take much to cause a wave of concern on social media.

Let's just say Canadiens fans have become very fearful when it comes to injuries to key players, and it's completely understandable.

Patrik Laine sidelined and absent for the moment

We will closely monitor the health of the Canadiens' new forward.

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