After nearly a year away from an NHL rink with injuries and some time in the Player Assistance Program, Patrik Laine scored a huge goal in his debut with the Mo

Patrik Laine made a rousing return after a year away from NHL action. Laine made his debut with the Canadiens on Tuesday night, opening the scoring in Montreal’s 2-1 victory over the New York Islanders.

The Montreal Canadiens acquired forward Patrik Laine in August but the 26-year-old hadn't played a hockey game in nearly a year until Tuesday.