Laferriere was often passed over for spots on top youth ice hockey teams due to his size; he stood at only 5 ft 2 in (157 cm) by his freshman year of high school, but had a growth spurt when he was around age 16.

[1][2] He also joined the Des Moines Buccaneers of the United States Hockey League (USHL) for the end of the 2018–19 season, appearing in 12 games.

[6] Following the season, Laferriere was selected in the third round with the 83rd overall pick of the 2020 NHL Entry Draft by the Los Angeles Kings.

[10] Laferriere then turned professional and played four games with the Ontario Reign of the American Hockey League (AHL), scoring one goal.

[8][11] Following his first AHL season, Laferriere signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Los Angeles Kings on April 9, 2023.