As the Montreal Canadiens gear up for another season filled with anticipation, one player has quietly stolen the spotlight before a single puck has even dropped: Patrik Laine.

While rumors and whispers have swirled around his summer in Montreal, it’s his actions—rather than his words—that are starting to turn heads. From relentless early-morning skates in Brossard to being the last man off the ice, Laine’s presence has been impossible to ignore.

But what truly set tongues wagging was his latest gesture at the Canadiens’ annual golf tournament, where he made a move that left everyone in Laval-sur-le-Lac talking. Is this just another small detail, or does it signal something much bigger about Laine’s mindset and his role with the team this year?

With training camp about to kick off, fans and insiders alike are buzzing about what these signs could mean for the Canadiens’ hopes this season.

What exactly did Laine do that has everyone so excited? And could this be a hint of the impact he’s ready to make in Montreal? Discover the full story and find out why Patrik Laine might just be the player to watch as the new campaign begins.

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We’ve talked about it quite a bit over the past few weeks, but Patrik Laine really seems to be on a mission this season.

He spent the whole summer in Montreal, was always on the ice in Brossard, constantly the first (and last) one on the rink, and we even often saw him on the bench waiting for the Zamboni to finish its work, that’s how eager he was to jump back on the ice.

Words say a lot, but actions say even more!

And so, Patrik Laine is making big, concrete moves to clearly show he’s ready for the 2025-2026 season.

That continued this morning…

Patrik Laine makes another meaningful gesture

These may be small details, but they speak volumes!

Who was the very first Montreal Canadiens player to show up this morning for the annual golf tournament?

That’s right Patrik Laine!

“The first player to arrive at the Canadiens’ golf tournament? Patrik Laine.”

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It was something everyone noticed today in Laval-sur-le-Lac.

It shows once again how much Laine is in a good mindset, he’s motivated, he’s ready, and he’s extremely eager for things to get started!

Make no mistake, this golf tournament is considered “Day 0” of Canadiens training camp, and the first one to arrive for the occasion was Laine!

I really can’t wait to see him in action over the coming weeks.

Speaking of players we can’t wait to see at camp, let’s not forget this:

It’s looking exciting!