Canadiens' Patrik Laine confusion continues with Islanders news

Oct 14, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens forward Patrik Laine (92) prepares for a face off against the Seattle Kraken during the first period at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images It's getting really weird for Patrik Laine.After a season with single-digit games played for the Montreal Canadiens due to injury and then seemingly due to preference, Laine is now a free agent.A few years ago, this free agency would've been highly anticipated. Laine would've been a guy believed to be set up for a lot of money.That's no longer true. Laine can't land a contract at all.The New York Islanders have expressed interest in Laine, but not a ton, according to beat reporter Stefen Rosner.The Islanders don't want to offer "anything more than a Professional Tryout (PTO)