Nick Suzuki reveals his implication in the trade that brought Patrik Laine to Montreal
Before the trade announced with the Columbus Blue Jackets, the general manager of the Montreal Canadiens, Kent Hughes, consulted Nick Suzuki.
It's rare to see that coming from a general manager towards his captain, but we love it.
It was Nick Suzuki himself who confirmed this information and, of course, confirmed that the team is absolutely behind this significant acquisition.
Kent Hughes consulted Nick Suzuki before acquiring Patrik Laine from the Columbus Blue Jackets
For those who still doubted that Kent Hughes did his homework before finalizing such a deal, here is another very clear proof.
See Nick Suzuki's exact words, as reported by the excellent journalist Jonathan Bernier.
Nick Suzuki, via TVA Sports
Asked about the strange way Patrik Laine's time ended in Columbus and Winnipeg, the captain of the Montreal Canadiens mentioned this.
Nick Suzuki, via TVA Sports
Additionally, with a head coach like Martin St-Louis, that obviously makes the transition easier.
Personally, we have no doubt that Patrik Laine will fit in very well in the Canadiens' locker room, and after speaking to some sources who know Patrik Laine well as an individual, it seems clear that we're dealing with a young man who truly wants to be a good teammate.
As we said yesterday, it's not necessarily him that's the problem, quite the opposite.
We are very happy to have Patrik Laine in Montreal.
Source: TVA Sports
Acquisition de Patrik Laine: «On est prêt à commencer à gagner» - Nick Suzuki
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