Patrik Laine Linked To Mike Babcock Investigation

Patrik Laine has now been linked to the NHL's investigation into Mike Babcock. Laine was a point per game player with Columbus over two seasons previous to the arrival of Babcock in Columbus. Laine barely played during the 2023-24 season and entered the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program in January of 2024 to address his mental health and well-being. Here is the release of Laine entering the assistance program and here is more on the Laine link to the Babcock investigation.