Scott Laughton Scores in Kings Debut After Deadline Trade From Maple Leafs

Overview

• Laughton was dealt from Toronto to Los Angeles for a conditional third-round pick that upgrades to a second if the Kings make the 2026 playoffs.
• In his first game with the Kings, he scored once, logged 15:08 of ice time, delivered four hits, and won 6 of 7 faceoffs in a loss to Montreal.
• Toronto had deployed him primarily as a fourth-line centre and penalty-kill specialist, with strong faceoff work and shutdown assignments.
• His contract expires this summer, leaving his longer-term landing spot to be determined in free agency.
• The Kings are scheduled to host the Maple Leafs on April 4, offering Laughton a quick reunion with his former team.