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Canadiens' Lane Hutson Surpasses Hall of Famer's Assists Record
- Hutson surpasses Sergei Zubov with the most assists by a defenseman in 150 games, reaching 116 in 147 contests.
- Hutson's assist came during Montreal's 3-1 victory over the Maple Leafs, extending his road point streak to nine games.
- Hutson has 66 points this season in 64 games, with 11 goals and 55 assists.
- Hutson is among the NHL's elite blueliners, with only two defensemen ahead of him in points.
- Hutson became the first Canadiens defenseman to reach 100 points at age 21 or younger.
- Hutson also ranks as the second-fastest defenseman to 100 assists after Zubov.
- Coach Martin St. Louis praised Hutson as a gamer whose intensity is contagious.
- St. Louis noted Hutson's defensive intensity as well as his offensive production.
- Hutson's performance helps Montreal in its playoff push as they chase a top Eastern Conference spot.
- Hutson reached 100 points in December, marking a rapid ascent for the American defenseman.
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