Columbus Blue Jackets’ Patrik Laine might be the top name on the NHL trade list.
Minnesota Wild needs a strong scorer and is eyeing the 26-year-old forward. According to The Athletic’s Joe Smith and Michael Russo, “The Wild began to show interest in the 2016 No. 2 pick around June’s NHL Draft.” Now that Laine has left the NHL/NHLPA player assistance program, he has permission from his team and league to talk to other teams. Soon, Guerin will likely reach out to see how Laine feels both mentally and physically about joining the Wild.
Over the weekend, Laine was spotted wearing a Minnesota Twins cap , sparking more rumors about a possible trade.
Trade Talks and Fan Reactions:
Fans are probably excited but also nervous about this news. They may wonder if this move will help their team win more games or if it’s just another rumor.
Interestingly, while some think this trade could be great for both teams, others worry it might not work out as planned. Imagine what happens if Laine doesn’t fit well with his new teammates? Or maybe he becomes an instant star? Only time will tell!
In any case, unexpected trades like these keep hockey exciting! What do you think will happen next?
