History of Scott Laughton in Timeline
Scott Laughton is a Canadian professional ice hockey player. He currently plays centre for the Toronto Maple Leafs in the National Hockey League (NHL).
4 hours ago : Scott Laughton Traded to Kings: Maple Leafs Finalize Deal; Cowan Expresses Sadness.
Scott Laughton was traded from the Toronto Maple Leafs to the Los Angeles Kings. The Maple Leafs finalized the deal, avoiding a last-minute issue. Easton Cowan shared his sadness regarding Laughton's departure after the trade.
May 30, 1994: Scott Laughton Born
On May 30, 1994, Scott Laughton was born in Oakville, Ontario, Canada. He is currently a professional ice hockey player.
2000: Captained Mimico Mountaineers
In 2000, Scott Laughton captained the Mimico Mountaineers Peanut Rep lacrosse team and led them to an undefeated season.
December 28, 2010: Named Assistant Captain
On December 28, 2010, Scott Laughton was named an assistant captain for Team Ontario.
2010: Drafted by Oshawa Generals
In 2010, Scott Laughton was drafted third overall in the OHL Selection Draft by the Oshawa Generals.
2011: Returns to Generals for Sophomore Campaign
In 2011, Scott Laughton returned to the Oshawa Generals for his sophomore campaign where he recorded 21 goals and 32 assists in 64 games.
2011: Competed for Canada
In 2011, Scott Laughton was invited to compete for Canada under-18 team at the Ivan Hlinka Memorial Tournament, where he won a gold medal.
2011: Generals Qualify for OHL Playoffs
In 2011, Scott Laughton's rookie season with the Oshawa Generals saw the team qualify for the OHL playoffs. He recorded one goal and one assist over 10 games as the Generals fell to the Niagara IceDogs.
August 8, 2012: Signed with Flyers
On August 8, 2012, Scott Laughton signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Philadelphia Flyers but was sent back to the OHL for the 2012-13 season.
2012: Signs Contract with Flyers
In 2012, Scott Laughton signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Philadelphia Flyers, although he returned to the OHL for the 2012-13 season.
2012: Named to Canada's Roster
In 2012, Scott Laughton was named to Canada's roster for the IIHF World U18 Championships, during which he recorded seven points and led the team to a bronze medal.
2012: Drafted by Philadelphia Flyers
In 2012, after his sophomore season in the OHL, Scott Laughton was drafted in the first round, 20th overall, by the Philadelphia Flyers in the NHL entry draft.
2012: OHL Playoffs Loss and NHL Draft
In 2012, the Oshawa Generals failed to qualify past the first round of the OHL playoffs, losing to the IceDogs. Following his sophomore season, Laughton was drafted in the first round, 20th overall, by the Philadelphia Flyers in the 2012 NHL entry draft.
January 19, 2013: NHL Debut
On January 19, 2013, Scott Laughton made his NHL debut with the Philadelphia Flyers against the Pittsburgh Penguins. He played 12:14 of ice time but after five pointless games, he was reassigned to the OHL.
April 8, 2013: Second Suspension of the Season
On April 8, 2013, Scott Laughton received his second multi-game suspension of the season following a hit on Zach Hall of the Barrie Colts. He recorded a career-high 56 points over 49 games to conclude the season.
October 3, 2013: Returns to OHL
On October 3, 2013, Scott Laughton returned to the Oshawa Generals of the OHL after being loaned by the Flyers. In his first game back, he recorded four points in a 7–1 win over the Peterborough Petes.
May 14, 2014: Named to OHL First All-Star Team
On May 14, 2014, Scott Laughton was named to the OHL's First All-Star Team following a successful season with the Oshawa Generals.
October 1, 2014: Reassigned to Lehigh Valley Phantoms
On October 1, 2014, Scott Laughton was reassigned to the Lehigh Valley Phantoms, the AHL affiliate of the Philadelphia Flyers, after being a healthy scratch for one game during the Flyers' training camp.
2015: Made Flyers Opening Night Roster
In 2015, Scott Laughton made the Philadelphia Flyers' opening night roster for the third time in his NHL career. He played in 71 games and recorded 21 points.
2016: Injured in Stanley Cup Playoffs
During the 2016 Stanley Cup playoffs, Scott Laughton suffered an injury following a collision into the boards and was stretchered off the ice, causing him to miss the remainder of the postseason. He suffered a lower-body injury during the 2016 preseason games.
July 11, 2017: Re-signed with Flyers
On July 11, 2017, the Philadelphia Flyers re-signed Scott Laughton to a two-year, $1.925 million contract.
July 12, 2019: Re-signed with Flyers
On July 12, 2019, as a free agent at the conclusion of the season, the Philadelphia Flyers re-signed Scott Laughton to a two-year, $4.6 million contract.
November 22, 2019: Activated Off Injured Reserve
On November 22, 2019, Scott Laughton was activated off injured reserve by the Flyers following surgery to repair a broken finger he sustained earlier in the season.
2020: 2020 Stanley Cup Playoffs
In 2020, Laughton and the Flyers faced the Montreal Canadiens in the first round of the 2020 Stanley Cup playoffs. Laughton recorded a two-goal and one assist game on August 6, to put the Canadiens on the brink of elimination. He also recorded the overtime game-winning goal against the New York Islanders in game five. In game seven, Laughton recorded a fight and six hits in a 4–0 shutout loss to the Islanders.
2020: Awarded Pelle Lindbergh Memorial Trophy
In 2020, Scott Laughton was awarded the Pelle Lindbergh Memorial Trophy as the Philadelphia Flyers' most improved player.
February 7, 2021: First Career Hat Trick
On February 7, 2021, Scott Laughton recorded his first career hat trick in a 7–4 win against the Washington Capitals.
May 5, 2023: Named to Canada Men's National Ice Hockey Team
On May 5, 2023, Scott Laughton was named to Canada's men's national ice hockey team at the 2023 IIHF World Championship. He recorded three goals and five assists in ten games and won a gold medal.
December 12, 2024: Four-Goal Game
On December 12, 2024, Scott Laughton recorded a four-goal game in a 4–1 win against the Detroit Red Wings.
March 7, 2025: Traded to Toronto Maple Leafs
On March 7, 2025, Scott Laughton was traded to the Toronto Maple Leafs.
2026: Traded to Los Angeles Kings
On March 6, 2026, Scott Laughton was traded from the Toronto Maple Leafs to the Los Angeles Kings.
2027: Conditional 2027 First-Round Pick
In 2027, a conditional first-round pick was part of the trade that sent Scott Laughton to the Toronto Maple Leafs.
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