NHL Rumors: Lane Hutson and Montreal Canadiens Influenced By Connor McDavid Extension
The Montreal Canadiens agreed to a new contract extension with Lane Hutson on Monday, ahead of their home opener against the Seattle Kraken.
The deal was influenced by Connor McDavid's extension in Edmonton, with the Canadiens convincing Hutson that "less is more".
Pierre LeBrun told Gino Reda on TSN's That's Hockey: the contract signed by Connor McDavid influenced not only Hutson, but also Canadiens management.
- Lane Hutson's contract extension was signed ahead of the team's home opener against the Seattle Kraken.
- Connor McDavid's extension in Edmonton influenced the deal.
Gino Reda noted: "Pierre, I get the fact that it’s big money, but it certainly seems to be a team-friendly contract.
Author's summary: Canadiens sign Lane Hutson to team-friendly contract.