Scott Laughton haunts Flyers in return to Philly

Jan 8, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs center Scott Laughton (24) reacts after scoring against Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Dan Vladar (80) during the third period at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images | Bill Streicher-Imagn ImagesThursday night’s tilt between the Philadelphia Flyers and the Toronto Maple Leafs marked the first time a former Flyer returned to Philly following last season’s trade deadline deal.

Laughton was an influential piece on the Flyers, still drawing praise and admiration from current Flyers like Travis Konecny and Travis Sanheim.

Sanheim, in particular, expressed the influence Laughton had on him, stating:

“He…