Canadiens Eye Laine Trade Amid Flames, Preds Buzz

The Montreal Canadiens quietly weigh Patrik Laine's future as their surprising Atlantic Division surge reduces the need for his scoring touch. Teams like the Calgary Flames and Nashville Predators circle the wounded sniper, who resumes skating post-abdominal surgery and eyes a return after the Olympic break. With his $8.7 million cap hit and a 10-team no-trade list in play before the March 6 deadline, GMs across the league maneuver for a deal that could reshape contenders' wings.