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Three-point effort Monday Hutson scored an even-strength goal and added two power-play assists in Monday's 5-4 overtime win over the Canucks.

Impact It's the first three-point performance of the rookie's career, although Hutson needed a little help on the goal -- his passing attempt from the corner instead deflected into the back of the net off Quinn Hughes' skate. Hutson has three multi-point efforts in the last 10 games, a stretch in which he's popped for two goals and 10 points, including six power-play helpers.

15 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Finds scoresheet in win Hutson logged an assist, two shots on net, one block and one hit in Saturday's 2-1 shootout win over the Avalanche.

Impact Hutson quickly turned a Colorado offensive-zone turnover into a 2-on-1 opportunity for Montreal that resulted in a Cole Caufield tally. The helper snapped a four-game point drought for the rookie blueliner. Despite the mini-drought, Hutson remains third in the league among rookies with 27 points over 39 outings.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Lane Hutson named Rookie of the Month for December | Montréal Canadiens Defenseman recorded 13 points in 14 games during the month

6 DAYS AGO • NHL.COM

Canadians defenceman Hutson the NHL's rookie of the month for December NEW YORK - Montreal Canadiens defenceman Lane Hutson got the nod as the NHL's rookie of the month for December.

6 DAYS AGO • THESTAR.COM

Hutson named NHL Rookie of the Month for December | NHL.com Canadiens defenseman had 13 points in 14 games

6 DAYS AGO • NHL.COM

Extends point streak Hutson scored a goal on two shots and blocked a shot in Monday's 5-4 loss to the Blue Jackets.

Impact Hutson threw a puck to the net that deflected off the stick of a Blue Jacket for Montreal's second goal. It was the second tally in the last five games for the rookie, who was shutout for the first 29 games. The goal extended Hutson's point streak to five games, during which he has two goals and five assists.

DECEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Stays hot in win Hutson recorded a power-play assist and at even-strength helper in Saturday's 5-1 win Detroit.

Impact Hutson had a pair of the assists in the first period, extending a current point streak to four games, during which the rookie blueliner has six points. Going back a bit further, Hutson has points in 14 points over the last 11 outings. He leads Montreal in assists (24) and power-play helpers (12).

DECEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Provides power-play assist Hutson notched a power-play assist and went minus-2 in Friday's 4-3 win over the Red Wings.

Impact Hutson continued a strong run of offense -- he's gotten on the scoresheet in 10 of the last 11 games, racking up a goal and 11 assists in that span. He set up Patrik Laine for the game-winning goal in Friday's contests. Hutson is up to 23 points (10 on the power play), 36 shots on net, 43 blocked shots, 20 PIM and a minus-16 rating through 32 appearances. There's still work for him to do defensively, but he's already got plenty of offense, so fantasy managers who can weather his poor plus-minus rating shouldn't hesitate to have him active.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Two assists in win Hutson had two power-play assists, one shot, two blocks and two PIM in Tuesday's 6-1 win over the Sabres.

Impact Hutson assisted on two power-play tallies by Patrik Laine 50 seconds apart in the second period. The blueliner has 10 points over the last 10 outings and ranks second in the league among rookies with 22 points.

DECEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nabs souvenir in loss Hutson scored a goal on one shot in Saturday's 4-2 loss to Winnipeg.

Impact Hutson gave Montreal an early lead in the first period when his wrister from the circle beat Connor Hellebuyck glove side. It was the first NHL for the rookie defenseman, whose teammates retrieved the puck for him. He's been knocking on the door all season. Hutson has points in eight of the last night outings and is up to one goal and 19 assists through 30 appearances.

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

First career goal for Lane Hutson! 💪🚀

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • YOUTUBE

GOTTA SEE IT: Canadiens' Lane Hutson Wires Home Point Shot For First NHL Goal

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Sets team record Hutson logged a power-play assist and two shots on goal in Monday's 3-2 shootout win over the Ducks.

Impact Hutson's seven-game point streak is the longest by a rookie defenseman in Canadiens history. During the streak, he has racked up eight assists, three of which have come on the power play. The 20-year-old is living up to the hype while handling top-four minutes, earning 19 assists, 32 shots on net, 40 blocked shots, 18 PIM, 17 hits and a minus-12 rating over 28 appearances. Hutson's not quite a fantasy superstar yet, but his offense makes him a reliable option in most formats.

DECEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Another helper Hutson recorded an assist, one shot on net and one block in Tuesday's 2-1 overtime win over the Islanders.

Impact Hutson is still seeking his first NHL goal, but the shifty defenseman has no problem dishing assists. He's bagged apples in four straight and has 16 assists through 25 outings.

DECEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Points in three straight Hutson logged an assist, three shots on net, one block, one hit and four PIM in Sunday's 6-3 loss to Boston.

Impact Hutson was involved Montreal's second goal, which set off a mini-rally and put pressure on the Bruins, which had been cruising for most of the game. The helper was his third assist in as many games and gave the rookie 14 for the season. Hutson has proven himself to be a legit playmaker. He's a regular on the second power-play unit, but there's a chance he could eventually play alongside Mike Matheson on the top unit.

DECEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nifty assist in loss Hutson had an assist, two shots on goal, one block and one hit in Saturday's 4-3 loss to the Rangers.

Impact Hutson's skills as a dangerous puck hander has registered with opponents. During a sequence late in the third period, he drew attention from two New York defenders, before he deftly slipped a pass to Nick Suzuki for a game-tying goal. The rookie defenseman has helpers in two straight contests and 13 overall in 23 outings.

DECEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Helps on winner Hutson had an assist, two shots on net and three blocks in Wednesday's 4-3 overtime win over Columbus.

Impact Hutson, who picked up a loose puck in his own end and skated to the Blue Jackets zone, patiently waited until Nick Suzuki join the rush and fed the captain for the game-winner. It was the 12th assist of the season for the rookie blueliner, who helped cope with Mike Matheson (lower body) being unavailable. While there have been some growing pains for the rookie, Hutson has earned to trust of the coaching staff, which puts him on the ice late in close games, and his shiftiness makes him ideal for 3-on-3 overtime.

NOVEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Stu's Slapshots: Why isn't Lane Hutson on Canadiens' first PP unit? It's something many Habs fans have been asking, so we decided to ask head coach Martin St. Louis that question.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • MONTREALGAZETTE.COM

Stu's Slapshots: Why isn't Lane Hutson on Canadiens' first PP unit? It's something many Habs fans have been asking, so we decided to ask head coach Martin St. Louis that question.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • MONTREALGAZETTE.COM

Stu Cowan: Canadiens' Lane Hutson making a smooth adjustment to NHL At 5-foot-9 and 162 pounds, his dog-on-a-bone approach to defence works and his offensive skills make it seem like he's playing shinny.

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • MONTREALGAZETTE.COM

Dishes pair of assists Hutson logged two assists in Monday's 7-5 win over the Sabres.

Impact Hutson's first helper set up a Cole Caufield power-play goal in the second period, and he also fed Emil Heineman for a game-tying goal in the third. With three helpers over his last two games, Hutson is getting back on track on offense, though the 20-year-old blueliner will likely have ups and downs as a rookie. He has 10 assists (four on the power play), 12 shots on net, 12 hits, 25 blocked shots and a minus-7 rating across 16 appearances this season.

NOVEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Pockets power-play helper Hutson notched a power-play assist in Saturday's 4-1 loss to the Maple Leafs.

Impact Hutson isn't scoring an outrageous pace -- he opened the season with four helpers over three games, but he's added just four more assists since. The 20-year-old is at a minus-8 rating, 11 shots on net, 12 hits and 25 blocked shots over 15 appearances. He's still seeing top-four minutes, but it's clear he still has some lessons to learn on defense even as his high-end offensive skills help him stay in the lineup.

NOVEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Canadiens rookie Lane Hutson making a fine first impression in the NHL Arber Xhekaj can’t help but marvel whenever Montreal Canadiens teammate Lane Hutson hops over the boards for a shift.

NOVEMBER 10, 2024 • TORONTOSUN.COM

Two assists in loss Hutson recorded two assists, one block and two hits in Thursday's 6-3 loss to the Capitals.

Impact Hutson was all smiles and accepted glove bumps from teammates in what was nearly his first NHL goal; however, video review confirmed the path of his shot was altered by Brendan Gallagher. The rookie blueliner, who had just one point over the previous seven games, recorded the third two-assist game through his first 11 outings.

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in rebound effort Hutson had an assist, one shot, three blocks, two hits and finished plus-1 in Saturday's 5-2 win over the Blues.

Impact Hutson had the secondary helper on Montreal's game-winning goal, giving him five assists in eight games. Saturday was a nice rebound effort for the rookie blueliner, who had some growing pains in Tuesday's loss to the Rangers, when he finished minus-4 and had a bad giveaway that led to a goal. Of minor note, Hutson was moved to the second power-play unit while Mike Matheson skated with the top grouping.

OCTOBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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