Laurila played for the NTDP U18 team in 2023-24 but had only 11 points in 61 games. In 2024-25 he was the MVP for the Fargo Force and scored 41 points in 57 games, making him a candidate to be drafted after being passed over last year. Still 18 and was only eligible by 13 days for the draft last year. Will play at North Dakota in the 2025-26 NCAA season. Improving offense with a good defensive base makes him an interesting mid-round prospect.
–John Skinner–