Lane Hutson Secures Eight-Year Contract Extension
Montreal Canadiens defenseman Lane Hutson has secured an eight-year contract extension worth $70.8 million, as confirmed by general manager Kent Hughes. This contract, which runs from the 2026-27 season to the 2033-34 season, averages an annual salary of $8.85 million.
Impressive Performance and Achievements
In the 2024-25 season, Hutson put forth an outstanding performance, accumulating 66 points through 6 goals and 60 assists over 82 games. His contributions also included serving 34 penalty minutes.
- Led the Canadiens in assists
- Ranked first among NHL rookies in points and assists
- Recorded 26 power play points
- Average ice time of 22:44
Notably, Hutson was the first defenseman to lead all rookies in points since the 2019-20 season. His 66 points not only set a franchise record for rookie defensemen but also tied the all-time NHL record for rookie defenseman assists, previously held by Larry Murphy with 60 assists in the 1980-81 season.
A Historic Achievement
Lane Hutson’s outstanding debut season earned him the prestigious Calder Memorial Trophy. He became the seventh player in Canadiens history to receive this honor and was the first to do so since Ken Dryden in the 1971-72 season.
Draft and Future Prospects
Drafted in the second round, 62nd overall, by the Canadiens during the 2022 NHL Draft, Hutson has quickly established himself as a vital player for the team. With this significant contract extension, both Hutson and the Canadiens are poised for continued success in the coming years.
