Heated Montreal Canadiens practice: Patrik Laine immediately stepped in after a teammate was taken down

The players showed high energy and competitiveness, especially in the corners, gearing up for the upcoming season.

In a video from today's session, David Savard accidentally hits Michael Pezzetta hard, but what stood out was Patrik Laine's quick reaction to defend his teammate. Though there was no bad intent, Laine's instinct to stand up for Pezzetta is a great sign for his integration into the team.

Expect Laine to bring that same protective energy in real games, defending his teammates with even more intensity. He's fitting in well and looks ready for the season ahead!