NHL Rumors: Lane Hutson and Montreal Canadiens Influenced By Connor McDavid Extension
The Montreal Canadiens and Lane Hutson agreed to a new contract extension, influenced by Connor McDavid's deal in Edmonton.
Many speculated that contracts signed by Luke Hughes and Jackson LaCombe would impact Hutson's negotiations. However, according to Hockey Insider Pierre LeBrun, it was McDavid's contract that influenced both Hutson and Canadiens management.
Pierre LeBrun told Gino Reda on TSN's That's Hockey: the contract signed by Connor McDavid really influenced not only Hutson, but also Canadiens management.
- Lane Hutson agreed to a new contract extension with the Montreal Canadiens.
- Connor McDavid's contract extension influenced Hutson and Canadiens management.
- The deal is considered team-friendly, according to Gino Reda.
Author's summary: Lane Hutson's contract influenced by Connor McDavid's deal.