Throughout the training camp, the young defenseman has shined, and particularly after the serious injury suffered by David Reinbacher, even more responsibility will fall on Hutson's shoulders, whether we like it or not.
François Gagnon, on the show L'Antichambre, highlighted Hutson's excellent play, although he mentioned that Hutson will need to learn to shorten his shifts to avoid getting caught at the end of a shift during the regular season.
Jayden Struble also performed well, proving why it was difficult to leave him out of the lineup last season.
Justin Barron, paired with Hutson, was solid, but it was Hutson who showed great confidence with the puck, proving he could secure a spot in the NHL as early as this season.
Despite the outcome, Lane Hutson's effort is noteworthy, and with a few adjustments, he could become a pillar for the Canadiens' defense.
More and more, it's becoming evident that Lane Hutson has truly earned his spot in the Montreal Canadiens' lineup for the first game of the 2024-2025 season.
Lane Hutson, 20 years old, collected two points in two NHL games last season with the Montreal Canadiens.
We can't wait for the season to start. It all begins Wednesday as the Canadiens host the Maple Leafs live from the Bell Center
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OCTOBRE 5 | 715 ANSWERS Analyst targets key flaw that must absolutely be corrected in Lane Hutson's game Which Canadiens defenseman has stood out the most so far? | ||
Lane Hutson | 407 | 56.9 % |
Jayden Struble | 137 | 19.2 % |
Arber Xhekaj | 157 | 22 % |
Justin Barron | 14 | 2 % |
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