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Why Lane Hutson’s shooting evolution makes such a difference for the Canadiens
- Hutson bolstered his shooting in the playoffs, delivering a 90.1 mph overtime goal that changed the momentum in the series.
- Hutson explained his shooting growth as a mix of team encouragement and personal confidence.
- Coach Martin St. Louis noted Hutson’s shooting provides offensive continuity and forces better reads.
- Hutson’s ice time remains high, with 28:29 per game in the playoffs, ranking near the top among defensemen.
- Hutson doubled down on the idea that a better shot would open up his overall game for teammates.
- Hutson cited ongoing work since turning pro to make his shot a reliable tool for the Canadiens.
- Hutson’s improvement is tied to taking shots more often in critical playoff moments.
- St. Louis emphasized Hutson’s ability to read plays and maintain offense through shot variety.
- Hutson’s recent playoff form has made him a standout on an otherwise deep Canadiens defense.
- The Canadiens’ coaching staff views Hutson as an all-around contributor capable of handling top matchups.
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