Patrik Laine out 3-4 months

The 27-year-old underwent surgery for a core muscle injury

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By Montreal Canadiens PR
@CanadiensMTL News Release

VANCOUVER - Forward Patrik Laine underwent surgery to repair a core muscle injury. The procedure was performed by Dr. Mark Zoland at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York. Laine's recovery period is estimated to be three to four months.

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