Last season, Montreal Canadiens defenseman Lane Hutson improved from 19th to 6th in the NHL Network’s Top 20 Defensemen rankings after a stellar sophomore season, scoring 78 points and co-leading the team in playoffs with 16 points. Despite concerns about his size, Hutson demonstrated strong two-way play, achieving a plus-36 rating and leading the team in takeaways. His shot also notably improved, with 12 goals, enhancing his impact on the Canadiens’ power play. Meanwhile, rookie Matthew Schaefer debuted in the rankings at 7th, while top spots remain held by Cale Makar, Quinn Hughes, and Zach Werenski.
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Hutson Rises in NHL Network’s Top 20 Defensemen Rankings
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