3 replacements for Patrik Laine if injured long-term

The Canadiens hope its nothing more than a week-to-week ailment, but the early look doesn't bode well for Laine.

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Oliver Kapanen

Oliver Kapanen
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Oliver Kapanen was a good candidate to make the team before Laine's injury, but an extended absence for the fellow Fin will almost certainly get him on the team. Kapanen playing in Laine's spot seems like a long shot, as he looks more like a bottom-six center to begin his career. However, the elevation of other players in the lineup will open a spot for Kapanen without waiting for a Christian Dvorak or Jake Evans trade.

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