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.
Many speculated that new contracts signed by Luke Hughes and Jackson LaCombe would influence Hutson's negotiations. However, according to Hockey Insider Pierre LeBrun, it was Connor McDavid's contract that had a significant impact.
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.
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: Lane Hutson's contract influenced by Connor McDavid's extension deal.
- Lane Hutson signed a new contract extension with the Montreal Canadiens.
- Connor McDavid's contract extension influenced Hutson's negotiations.
- The contract is considered team-friendly, according to Gino Reda.