NHL news: Laine, Marek, Savoie, Harvey-Pinard, Willander, and the second shopping window

Patrik Laine has opted out of the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program

Brian Hedger of the Columbus Dispatch: Columbus Blue Jackets forward Patrik Laine has been removed from the NHL/NHLPA player assistant program and is eligible to speak with the Blue Jackets and any other team with permission. He has been on the show since January 28.

Jeff Marek is no longer on Sportsnet

Jeff Marek: “After 13 wonderful years at Sportsnet, I'm moving on. It's been an amazing journey and I'm grateful to have worked alongside so many people and been involved in bringing sports and hockey news to fans across Canada and the world. More to come soon.”

NHL Rumors: Columbus Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell on Patrik Laine

Carter Savoie is headed to Finland

Types of NHL: Former Edmonton Oilers player Carter Savoie has signed with TPS in Liiga. He spent the past two seasons with Bakersfield of the AHL.

Injury Notes

The Montreal Canadiens: Striker Rafael Harvey-Pinard broke his leg and required surgery on Thursday and is expected to be sidelined for four months.

Rick Dhaliwal: Vancouver Canucks prospect Tom Willander has an injury and will not participate in the World Junior Summer Showcase in Sweden.

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Second shopping window

Puck Pedia: “Parties get a second buying window of 3 days after their last case is settled OR dismissed. Once the case is resolved, it creates a second buying window (open for 48 hours)

Players with a cap hit of $4M+ and a final roster deadline are eligible”