This means that Laine will have only played in 18 games this season for the Blue Jackets, tallying 6 goals and 3 assists, totaling 9 points.
Currently in the second year of a 4-year contract he signed in 2022, with an average annual value of $8.7 million, Laine's future return remains uncertain. However, as an NHL player, he has access to resources like the Player Assistance Program, which hopefully will aid in his full recovery from his current challenges.