Toronto Maple Leafs Depth Forward Injured versus Bruins

The Toronto Maple Leafs suffered another setback Saturday night. Forward Scott Laughton left their game against the Boston Bruins with an upper-body injury. The veteran winger exited midway through the second period after taking a heavy hit from Bruins defenceman Nikita Zadorov. Once he left the game, he did not return.

The Update on the Leafs Scott Laughton Injury

The play unfolded when Laughton tried to move the puck out of Toronto’s defensive zone. He was then leveled by Zadorov near the boards. Laughton appeared visibly shaken and immediately skated off toward the bench. He was holding his head before heading down the tunnel. The hit drew an immediate response from Bobby McMann, who dropped the gloves with Zadorov moments later in defence of his teammate. Both players were assessed five-minute fighting majors, and the tone of the game shifted afterward.

Berube Confirms Laughton Will Miss Time

Following the game, head coach Craig Berube confirmed that Laughton will miss Sunday’s matchup against the Carolina Hurricanes, adding that there’s no clear timeline for his return. Berube also commented on the nature of the hit, saying he “thought it was a head shot” and that the team would “take a closer look at it.” The Leafs are still evaluating the severity of the injury. However, the early signs suggest that Laughton may miss multiple games.

Laughton’s Return Cut Short

This injury comes at an unfortunate time for Laughton, who had just returned to the lineup after missing the first 13 games of the season with a lower-body injury suffered in the preseason. Saturday marked only his second game of the season. Before the injury, he logged 6:13 of ice time with one blocked shot and four hits, showcasing his typical physical, responsible playstyle.

The Leafs acquired Laughton from the Philadelphia Flyers at last year’s trade deadline. Since joining Toronto, he’s registered six points in 34 games, including the playoffs, and has become a reliable fourth-line presence known for his forechecking and penalty-killing ability.

What His Absence Means

Losing Laughton again will test Toronto’s forward depth. His energy, leadership, and defensive reliability have been valuable in the bottom six. His absence leaves a gap that players like Sammy Blais or Easton Cowan may need to fill in the coming games.