Patrik Laine’s fresh start with the Montreal Canadiens has been put on hold after suffering an unfortunate knee injury during Saturday's preseason game against the Toronto Maple Leafs. The injury, which occurred after a knee-on-knee collision with Cedric Pare, has been heavily criticized by hockey insiders and former players.

Patrik Laine's injury leaves a big void in the Canadiens lineup, but it creates an avenue to acquiring what might be most vital to the team.

He's fighting for an NHL role, but the Toronto Maple Leafs forward may have broken one of the league's unwritten rules in the process.