Lane Hutson

Lane Hutson
Hutson during his time with the United States on May 9, 2023
Born (2004-02-14) February 14, 2004 (age 22)
Holland, Michigan
Height 5 ft 9 in (175 cm)
Weight 162 lb (73 kg; 11 st 8 lb)
Position Defense
Shoots Left
NHL team Montreal Canadiens
National team  United States
NHL draft 62nd overall, 2022
Montreal Canadiens
Playing career 2024–present

Lane Hutson (born February 14, 2004) is an American-Canadian professional ice hockey defenseman. He currently plays for the Montreal Canadiens of the National Hockey League (NHL).

Hutson was the winner of the Calder Memorial Trophy in 2025.

Career

Before playing in the NHL, Hutson played two seasons with the U.S. National Development Team of the United States Hockey League (USHL) and two years with the Boston University Terriers of Hockey East. He had a successful time with his teams.

He was drafted 62nd overall by the Montreal Canadiens of the 2022 NHL entry draft. On April 12, 2024, Hutson signed a three-year entry-level contract to join the Canadiens.

On April 15, 2024, Hutson made his NHL debut in a 5–4 overtime loss against the Detroit Red Wings. During the first period, he recorded his first NHL point after assisting on a Brendan Gallagher goal. On December 14, Hutson scored his first NHL goal against Connor Hellebuyck in a 4–2 loss against the Winnipeg Jets.

On June 10, 2025, he won the Calder Memorial Trophy for being the NHL's rookie of the year. Two days later he was named to the NHL All-Rookie Team. On October 13, Hutson signed a eight-year, $70.8 million contract to stay with the Canadiens.

References

  1. ↑ "Three-year, entry-level contract for Lane Hutson". Montreal Canadiens. Retrieved October 31, 2026.
  2. ↑ "Canadiens' Lane Hutson takes step to establish floor, flashes ceiling in NHL debut". Sportsnet. Retrieved October 31, 2026.
  3. ↑ "Self-destructive mistakes hurt Canadiens again". Sportsnet. Retrieved October 31, 2026.
  4. ↑ "Hutson wins the Calder Memorial Trophy". Montreal Canadiens. Retrieved October 31, 2026.
  5. ↑ "Hutson named to 2024-25 NHL All-Rookie Team". Montreal Canadiens. Retrieved October 31, 2026.
  6. ↑ "Eight-year contract extension for Lane Hutson". Montreal Canadiens. Retrieved October 31, 2026.

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