Video- Afternoon Line- Patrik Laine

03/25/2022 at 1:15pm EDT

"It's been definitely one of the toughest years non-hockey wise that I've had but I think it's just a good time to learn and grow as a human."

From losing his father to his long-term injury, Patrik Laine reflects on the emotionally tough year he's had. pic.twitter.com/wLKAJp0Vfb
— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) March 25, 2022

His first game in Winnipeg since the trade is tonight.

added 1:27pm, more below...

Former #NHLJets F Patrik Laine on facing his former team for the first time since the trade. He spoke for nearly 14 minutes, mixed in some of his trademark humour but was also a bit reserved, admitting he had some nerves about the game. As for the fan reaction? He's unsure. pic.twitter.com/OZ00fOi14G
— Ken Wiebe (@WiebesWorld) March 25, 2022

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