Maple Leafs would do well to extend heart-and-soul forward

Fansided | January 18, 2026

The Toronto Maple Leafs could be looking to extend one of their most important heart-and-soul players amid a fascinating turnaround this season.

Jan 12, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs center Scott Laughton (24) before the game against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images | Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

An interesting rumor about the Toronto Maple Leafs making the rounds is a potential extension for Scott Laughton.

During an appearance on DFO Rundown from January 14, insider David Pagnotta of the Fourth Period suggested that the Maple Leafs could extend Scott Laughton, keeping him in Toronto beyond this season.