Patrik Laine, born on April 19, 1998, in Tampere, Finland, is a Finnish professional ice hockey right winger for the Montreal Canadiens in the NHL as of 2025. Drafted second overall by the Winnipeg Jets in 2016, Laine quickly made his name with 11 career hat tricks as of 2025. Laine’s impact extends beyond the NHL, as he has earned multiple international awards, including a gold medal at the 2016 World Junior Championship and a silver medal at the 2016 IIHF World Championship, where he was named MVP.
Patrik Laine's parents
Patrik Laine was born to Harri and Tuija Laine. His father Harri played a particularly significant role in his hockey journey. He described his father as his “No. 1 fan and supporter, always" as per the Athletics. He added:
“Hockey was kind of our thing, our passion. I definitely wouldn’t be here without him.”
Even after Patrik Laine moved to North America, his father would wake up in the middle of the night to watch his games. Laine recalled:
“Every single game, for as long as I’ve been here (in North America). That’s how much he loved the game, loved watching me play and loved watching how I was doing.”
Patrik Laine’s mother and sister have also been strong pillars of support, though he acknowledged that hockey was a special bond between him and his father. After Harri’s unexpected passing on November 21, 2021, Laine returned to Finland to grieve with his family. Laine’s mother moved to Winnipeg with him as he adjusted to life in Canada when he was playing with the Jets as per CBC News.
Patrik Laine opened up about his struggles with mental health after his father died in an interview with the Finnish newspaper Helsingin Sanomat and on the Spittin' Chiclets podcast as per The Hockey News. He fell into depression, turning to video games to cope, which led to panic attacks and caused him to miss the 2023 World Championship. Diagnosed with depression, he entered the NHL’s treatment program in 2024, prioritizing his well-being over his career. Since completing the program, he has seen a therapist, attended church with his wife, and quit gaming. Laine also sold his luxury cars, choosing a simpler lifestyle.
Patrik Laine sister
Patrik Laine has a sister named Pinja Laine. She gained attention after an incident of her kindness and generosity by helping fulfill a young boy's dying wish. When the boy’s mother reached out to a Finnish charity figure, “Brother Christmas,” for tickets to see Laine play in Helsinki, Laine’s sister stepped in and secured two tickets for the boy and his family as per Hockey Feed.
Patrik Laine fiancee
Laine is engaged to Jordan Leigh, a social media influencer and model. The couple has launched "From Us to You,” an online mental health support group. They are all set to tie the knot in June 2025. They announced their wedding via an Instagram post in August 2024 where Jordan flaunted her engagement ring with a caption:
"Forever with you simply isn’t enough 💍 Mr and Mrs Laine coming June 2025!!!"
FAQs on Patrik Laine family
A. Harri Laine, the father of NHL player Patrik Laine died unexpectedly in November 2021.
A. Patrik Laine is a Finnish citizen.
A. Patrik Laine's average annual salary $8,700,000, under a four-year contract with the Montreal Canadiens.
A. Patrik Laine's contract with the Canadiens is four-year long.
