What Happened
Montreal Canadiens defenceman Lane Hutson set a franchise record for most assists before age 23 during Thursday's game. His helper on Alex Newhook's goal was the 136th of his career, moving him past Henri Richard, who recorded 135 before turning 23 in 1958. Hutson, 22, is in his third full season with Montreal and won the Calder Trophy as the NHL's top rookie in 2025.
Key Details
- Hutson's assist came on a goal by Alex Newhook on Thursday night.
- He has 136 assists before age 23; Henri Richard held the previous mark of 135, set in 1958.
- Hutson, 22, won the Calder Trophy as best rookie in 2025.
- In 179 career games, he has 21 goals and 157 points.
- The Holland, Michigan, native is in his third full season with Montreal.
What It Means
The milestone places Hutson alongside one of the Canadiens' most storied names in the franchise record book. Henri Richard's mark had stood since 1958. Hutson's production from the blue line has made him a central figure as Montreal builds around a young core, and the record adds a tangible marker to his early career output of 157 points in 179 games.