As Denver Barkey heads back to the London Knights after spending the last couple of months watching the Philadelphia Flyers' training camp from the sidelines, he reflects on his recovery from illness and coming back a stronger player than before. It has been a tough start to the season for the Philadelphia Flyers, as their 4-8-1 record effectively demonstrates. With the club rebuilding, it is not particularly surprising that they are at the bottom of the NHL standings. With this, it appears likely that the Flyers will end up being sellers this season. They have some interesting trade candidates [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/philadelphia-flyers/latest-news/3-flyers-trade-candidates-if-season-goes-south] to keep an eye on, and veteran forward Scott Laughton is undoubtedly one of them. Scott Laughton [https://thehockeynews.com/.image/c_fit,h_600,w_600/MjEwNTM0MjgyNDc1Njc3Njcz/usatsi_24655124.jpg] Scott Laughton Laughton, 30, generated plenty of trade chatter leading up to the 2024 NHL Trade Deadline, but a move did not come to fruition. However, with the Flyers struggling and Laughton being a valuable piece, the 2012 first-round pick could draw trade interest from playoff clubs yet again this season. Laughton would also be more than a rental for any team looking to add him, as he has a $3 million cap hit until the end of the 2025-26 season. Thus, this naturally adds to his appeal. Philadelphia Flyers center Scott Laughton (21) against the Washington Capitals at Wells Fargo Center. [https://thehockeynews.com/.image/c_fit,h_600,w_600/MjA1OTQzNDE4Nzc2NDYyNjE0/usatsi_23066751.jpg] Philadelphia Flyers center Scott Laughton (21) against the Washington Capitals at Wells Fargo Center. When playing at his best, Laughton provides solid secondary offensive production, strong defensive play, physicality, and leadership. Because of this, he would be a big-time addition for a playoff club nearing the deadline. In 13 games this season with the Flyers, Laughton has two goals, five points, and 42 hits. RECENT FLYERS NEWS Flyers Place Key Forward On Injured Reserve [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/philadelphia-flyers/latest-news/flyers-place-key-forward-on-injured-reserve] Reality Check: Flyers Experiencing Frustrating But Expected Growing Pains Danny Briere Warned About Last Season [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/philadelphia-flyers/latest-news/reality-check-flyers-experiencing-frustrating-but-expected-growing-pains-danny-briere-warned-about-last-season] 3 Flyers Trade Candidates If Season Goes South [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/philadelphia-flyers/latest-news/3-flyers-trade-candidates-if-season-goes-south] Flyers Should Claim Fascinating Bruins Forward [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/philadelphia-flyers/latest-news/flyers-should-claim-fascinating-bruins-forward] Three Takeaways From Flyers Loss vs. Hurricanes [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/philadelphia-flyers/game-day/three-takeaways-from-flyers-loss-vs-hurricanes] Flyers Coach Makes Flattering Comparison Between Tyson Foerster And Rangers Superstar [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/philadelphia-flyers/latest-news/flyers-coach-makes-flattering-comparison-between-tyson-foerster-and-rangers-superstar] Gameday 13 Preview: Flyers vs. Hurricanes [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/philadelphia-flyers/game-day/gameday-13-preview-flyers-vs-hurricanes] A Deep Dive Into Flyers' Newest Defenseman Ben Gleason [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/philadelphia-flyers/latest-news/a-deep-dive-into-flyers-newest-defenseman-ben-gleason] Emil Andrae's Star Continues To Burn Bright; Earns Praise From Coach & Veteran Defenseman [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/philadelphia-flyers/latest-news/emil-andraes-star-continues-to-burn-bright-earns-praise-from-coach-veteran-defenseman] Flyers Key Goalie Absent From Practice [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/philadelphia-flyers/latest-news/flyers-key-goalie-absent-from-practice] Jamie Drysdale Still A Work In Progress; Flyers Coaches Believe In High Ceiling [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/philadelphia-flyers/players/jamie-drysdale-still-a-work-in-progress-flyers-coaches-believe-in-high-ceiling] Exploring A Flyers Goalie Tandem Of Sam Ersson And Aleksei Kolosov; What's Next For Ivan Fedotov? [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/philadelphia-flyers/latest-news/exploring-a-flyers-goalie-tandem-of-sam-ersson-and-aleksei-kolosov-whats-next-for-ivan-fedotov]