Lane Hutson is a future Norris Trophy winner, PK Subban believes

Not only does PK Subban see Lane Hutson as a logical candidate for the Calder Trophy, awarded to rookie of the year, but he believes that the young Canadian rearguard could very well imitate his feat and one day win the Norris, awarded to the best defenseman in the National Hockey League (NHL).

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“100%,” Subban responded with conviction, when asked if he believes the spectacular Hutson has the potential to win such an individual honor.

Clearly, Subban’s name must be included among the hottest supporters of number 48 of the Canadiens.

“That’s style!” exclaims PK in a new advertising campaign powered by McDonald’s restaurants.

He probably thinks the same thing when he watches Hutson on the ice. In an interview given as part of the promotion of Poutine PK, he praised the new Canadian star as much as the popular Quebec dish.

Photo provided by MCDONALD’S

“I have a high opinion of Lane and I also have a high opinion of his little brother,” the former Canadian defender immediately clarified, noting that Cole Hutson greatly impressed him with the American team at the recent Championships. of the world of junior hockey.

Unwavering support

With his spectacular offensive surges, Lane is reminiscent of Subban in his debut with the Canadian in 2010. In PK’s case, he only took three more years to win the Norris Trophy, just 24 years old, at the end of the 2012-2013 season.

“I want to encourage him,” Subban said. When I arrived in the NHL, there was Saku Koivu who came to see me and who had a positive impact on me. Obviously I’m not in a similar position to Saku with me. But if Lane Hutson can feel my support, I will do it.

“Lane Hutson is a box office,” summarized Subban, using an English expression aimed at demonstrating the popularity and power of attraction of the Canadian player. He has a lot of skills. Is his game complete at the moment? No. But he’s only 20 years old, and I can only hope he continues.”

When it comes to Hutson’s chances of winning the Norris Trophy, Subban emphasizes one point.

“To obtain such an individual honor, a player must be excellent, but it helps a lot when you are also part of an excellent team,” he argued.

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In 2013, the Canadian dominated the Northeast division with a record of 29-14-5. Subban concluded this lockout-shortened NHL campaign with 38 points in 42 games. After 42 games this season, Hutson has 32 points. However, he is only in his first full year, having only played two games at the end of the previous season.

Good words for Guhle

In addition to Hutson, Subban insisted on praising the work of another Canadian defender, Kaiden Guhle.

“Guhle impresses me, and we must not forget that he is still young, too [à 22 ans, bientôt 23]noted Subban. He’s already showing great consistency in his game.”

These defenders are therefore full of promise, and the day is perhaps not so far away when Hutson and Guhle will in turn be asked to lead advertising campaigns. Today, Poutine PK Tomorrow, Poutine Hutson!

Norris Trophy winners in Montreal Canadiens uniform

In PK Sub (1) – 2013

Chris Chelios (1) – 1989

Larry Robinson (2) – 1977, 1980

Jacques Laperrière (1) – 1966

Tom Johnson (1) – 1959

Doug Harvey (6) – 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1960, 1961

Photo d’archives, TASOS KATOPODIS

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