Patrik Laine channels Jets legend Teemu Selanne

Rookie pulls out surprise celebration in nod to Finnish Flash

By NHL.com @NHLdotcom

As if Patrik Laine hasn't endeared himself to Winnipeg Jets fans enough, now he's channeling Teemu Selanne.

The rookie celebrated with a little Selanne flair after scoring his fifth goal of the season on Thursday night.

After slinging a wrister past Dallas Stars goalie Antti Niemi, Laine celebrated with a few twists of the stick before holstering it, Selanne-style. And the Finnish Flash approved on Twitter.
Selanne's celebration should still be fresh in the minds of fans, as he pulled it off a few times at the 2016 Rogers NHL Heritage Classic Alumni Game, which he dominated with two goals.

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