Lane Hutson Signs Eight-Year Contract with Montreal Canadiens
Lane Hutson has officially signed an eight-year contract with the Montreal Canadiens, worth $8.85 million per season, with the majority of the contract ($55M out of $70M) in bonuses.
Lane Hutson can just play now. He signed very similar deal #GoHabsGo had on table for him weeks ago – slightly less total $ than a deal with deferred money. - Frank Seravalli (@frank_seravalli) October 13, 2025
The contract, which will take effect next summer, also includes a small no-trade clause. General Manager Kent Hughes worked hard to convince Hutson to sign, initially offering a deferred-money contract before agreeing to the current terms.
Author's summary: Lane Hutson signs 8!-year deal with Canadiens.