Patrik Laine’s wife, Jordan Leigh, shared her significant anxiety over his contract situation with the Montreal Canadiens. She admitted to feeling stressed and out of control but expressed strong faith in the process and immense pride in Laine’s dedication. Her candid remarks offer a personal perspective on the pressures faced by NHL families

The uncertainty surrounding Patrik Laine’s future with the Montreal Canadiens isn’t just weighing on the Finnish forward, it’s deeply affecting his wife, Jordan Leigh, too. During a candid Instagram Q&A this week, Jordan revealed that she’s been “incredibly anxious all the time” as Laine enters the final year of his contract, describing the experience as both stressful and out of her control.

“Incredibly anxious”: Patrik Laine’s wife reveals emotional struggle and anxiety over his contract uncertainty in Montreal

Patrik Laine & Jordan Leigh (Image via NHL.com)

Jordan Leigh gets candid about the emotional strain of Patrik Laine’s contract situation

When asked how she’s handling the looming uncertainty, Jordan didn’t hold back. “Honestly, I’m incredibly anxious all the time because it’s obviously a major life event totally out of my control,” she admitted. “BUT I also have a strong belief that everything always happens the way it’s supposed to (just like it did when we got traded to Montreal) and most importantly I’m SUPER proud of Patty and his mindset right now with all the hard work he’s putting in.”

Her words struck a chord with fans, offering a rare glimpse into the personal toll professional sports can take on players’ families. Laine, who joined the Canadiens in August 2024 after being traded from the Columbus Blue Jackets, has one year left on his four-year, $34.8 million deal. Despite the uncertainty, his wife’s message underscored her unwavering support and optimism for his journey.

Balancing NHL life with personal goals and independence

Off the ice, Jordan leads a busy life of her own. Between running a nonprofit, pursuing her master’s degree in mental health counseling, and managing her modeling and brand work, she says there’s “no time for shenanigans” during the season.

“Homeboy is working and the team keeps him on a tight schedule,” she joked, adding that she rarely travels for away games.

As the Canadiens prepare for another demanding season, Jordan and Patrik’s partnership reflects the balance between ambition, sacrifice, and faith, a reality that often goes unseen behind the spotlight of professional hockey.