The Montreal Canadiens have secured another part of the future of the franchise. The Canadiens and Lane Hutson have agreed to an eight-year $70.8 million extension for the young blue-liner. This is a deal that will be solid for both sides in the long term.

Hutson was the No. 62 overall pick of the Canadiens in the 2022 NHL Draft. The second-round pick then spent two seasons with Boston University. He showed not only amazing defensive skill but also great offensive prowess. In his two years with Boston University, he played in 77 games, scoring 97 points. After his second college season ended, he joined Montreal for two games. In those two games, he added two assists.

In his rookie campaign of 2024-25, the American found the back of the net six times while adding 60 helpers. He also h

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