When Scott Laughton was drafted back in 2012, the hope was there he could be sort of a Mike Richards replacement with his great defensive abilities and emerging offensive talent. The Oakville, Ontario native was the 20th overall pick in the draft and after a few years of not really having a solidified role on the Philadelphia Flyers, it appears he’s finally found it. Gone are the expectations that he’ll be a top six player at some point in his career, and he can simply focus now on being a top notch bottom six forward. It’s not the sexiest role, but a needed one.
2018-19 Player Review: Scott Laughton continues to be a productive member of the bottom six
