Patrik Laine has reportedly requested a trade from the Columbus Blue Jackets, sparking rumors about where he could end up next. This news come from NHL insider Pierre LeBrun, who was the first to disclose that Laine and the Blue Jackets were both looking to move on. <q>Patrik Laine «wants a fresh start» and both sides are working on a trade, according to @PierreVLeBrun</q> <div align='center'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/BR_OpenIce/status/1801008221563294188'> </a></blockquote></div> Laine's results on the ice have been very good in recent years, although he is certainly a controversial player with a unique playstyle. He is known for being an elite goal-scorer that does not contribute defensively, so he certainly does not fit into every team's system. Furthermore, off-ice issues have likely lowered his trade value a lot as the winger entered the NHL Player's Assistance program last year, and only got into 18 regular-season games. <q>Patrik Laine is reportedly seeking a fresh start. The sniping winger has scored at a 34 goal pace in the past three seasons. #CBJ</q> <div align='center'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/JFreshHockey/status/1801009863536832986'> </a></blockquote></div> As a result, it is not exactly clear what Laine's trade value is at the moment. However, that has not stopped rumors and suggestions from pouring in. One potential trade linked Laine to the Canadiens, with 2022 26th overall pick Filip Mesar as well as the 26th pick in the 2024 draft, originally owned by Winnipeg, heading to Columbus in return. <q>To Montreal - Patrik Laine To Columbus - Filip Mesar and the 26th overall pick in 2024</q> At this point, a package like that might actually be enough to get Laine. However, there will likely be a bidding war as multiple teams could very well show interest. Fans think one potential competitor to Montreal is the Chicago Blackhawks, as they are in desperate need of more offense. <q>If I'm the Chicago Blackhawks, I'm doing everything I can to trade for Patrik Laine. Connor Bedard does not have enough talent around him and when a potential 40+ goal-scorer is on the market... you snag him.</q> <div align='center'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/jpolly22/status/1801260947115225569'> </a></blockquote></div> Source: HabsFanatics <a href='https://www.habsfanatics.com/nhl/trades/we-finally-have-a-concrete-trade-offer-for-patrik-laine-between-mtl-and-cbj' class='lien_marqueur' target='_blank' rel='noopener'>We finally have a concrete trade offer for Patrik Laine between MTL and CBJ</a>