The holiday season for the Columbus Blue Jackets got off to a rough start with the announcement on Friday that star forward Patrik Laine is expected to be out for six weeks due to a clavicle fracture suffered in last night's Maple Leafs game.
Despite scoring the first goal in the 6-5 overtime win, Laine suffered an upper body injury when he crashed into the boards after being tripped by Toronto's William Lagesson. Laine left the ice holding his left shoulder in discomfort.
With six goals and nine points in 18 games this season, Laine's absence is a massive setback for the Blue Jackets.
The Blue Jackets will face tough challenges without Laine in the lineup as they try to push for playoff spot.
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15 DECEMBRE | 119 ANSWERS The Worst Is Confirmed For Blue Jackets Star Forward Do you think the Blue Jackets will trade Patrick Laine? | ||
Yes | 78 | 65.5 % |
No | 41 | 34.5 % |
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