Scott Laughton Using Leafs Legends to Prepare For First Round Battle of Ontario
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Newcomer Scott Laughton has revealed how he has prepared for his first Stanley Cup Playoff run with the Maple Leafs ahead of their 1st Round series against Ottawa.
The Toronto Maple Leafs closed out the regular season in dramatic fashion with a come-from-behind 4-3 overtime win against the Detroit Red Wings.
The comeback was sealed by an unlikely hero, Scott Laughton, who netted the game-winner in OT. The Leafs are hopeful that his clutch goal can spark something in him at just the right time, as the playoffs start on Sunday for the blue and white.
After the season finale, Laughton reflected on what the Battle of Ontario means to him, reminiscing about his childhood heroes.
As per Mark Masters on X:
"I watched the highlight pack yesterday. I remember watching guys like Darcy Tucker, Shayne Corson & all those guys. That was kind of my era of hockey & I thought it was the best era of hockey. It was amazing, so really excited to get going."
Laughton also touched on how special it's been to experience the energy in his hometown and be part of a team that means so much to the city.
"You see the buzz & how much people care here & that's what you want in a franchise & to go to battle for. So, yeah, it's an exciting time. I haven't played playoff hockey in a while, this is big for me."
Laughton has had a slow start in Toronto, with just two goals in his first 20 games. But, his leadership and character has been clear, and now the hope is that his on-ice production can match the personality he brings off of it.
The buzz around Toronto is undeniable, adding further context to the soaring ticket prices, driven by the hype, energy, and anticipation.
The Battle of Ontario is shaping up to be one to remember. With the likes of Brady Tkachuk leading the Senators, there's been plenty of speculation about who on the Leafs can truly match up against him. That question won't be answered until the puck drops.
The rivalry is back in full force, and with the added intensity of the playoff stakes, this has the potential to be a series for the ages.
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