Seeing Laine’s name atop the league leaders in goals through one week of the season, tied with fellow draftee Auston Matthews didn’t really surprise too many. They’re two really, really good players. Sure Laine is still in his teens, but he’s got a better shot than almost all of his peers. Now here we are four weeks into the season, and Laine is still tied for the league lead in goals.
Sure, later in the year Alex Ovechkin, Laine’s hero growing up will continue, or grow on the scoring pace he’s on right now. And thinking Laine could beat Ovechkin’s 50 or 60 goals that are already in the bank is more than a bold ask.
Winnipeg Jets: Can Patrik Laine Lead the League in Goals?
