Patrik Laine of the Montreal Canadiens expressed relief after suffering a knee injury during a pre-season game against the Toronto Maple Leafs, stating he 'dodged a bullet.' Initially feared to be severe, it turned out to be a sprained knee, sidelining him for 2-3 months.

Laine opted against surgery, choosing rehabilitation instead, and praised the medical staff for their support. He acknowledged the unfortunate nature of the collision with Cédric Paré but did not blame him for the incident.

Having faced previous injuries, Laine remains optimistic about returning for the second half of the season.