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 that McDavid's contract influenced not only Hutson but also Canadiens management to stick with their plan and salary structure.
Gino Reda noted that the contract seems "team-friendly" despite being a significant amount of money.
Author's summary: Lane Hutson's contract influenced by Connor McDavid's deal.