Olympic Snub Lane Hutson Assists Game-Winner, Leads NHL D-Men in Points

Montreal Canadiens defenseman Lane Hutson, a 2026 Olympic snub, recorded the primary assist on Cole Caufield's game-winning goal with 15 seconds left, helping secure a 4-3 victory over the Minnesota Wild. The 21-year-old leads all NHL defensemen in points with 55 (9 goals, 43 assists) in 50 games this season. He also ranks sixth overall in the NHL for assists and won the Calder Trophy last year.