Overview

• The team said Scott Laughton is week-to-week with a lower-body injury sustained while blocking a shot in Thursday’s preseason loss to Detroit, a setback coach Craig Berube called a tough break after a strong camp.
• Laughton had centred a line with Steven Lorentz and Easton Cowan and worked regularly on the penalty kill, leaving Toronto to rework its bottom six and short-handed units.
• David Kämpf took Laughton’s fourth-line center spot at Friday’s practice and was later placed on waivers, creating flexibility but introducing the risk of a claim.
• Based on the reported timeline, Laughton is unlikely to be ready for the Oct. 8 opener against Montreal, and some outlets note injured reserve is a possibility though not confirmed by the team.
• Top prospect Easton Cowan continues to push for an opening-night role after an impressive camp, drawing praise from Berube for his energy, versatility and puck skills.