Lane Hutson, the Montreal Canadiens' promising defenseman, has clinched the Calder Memorial Trophy, awarded annually to the top rookie in the NHL. Hutson garnered an impressive 165 first-place votes, leading the competition by a significant margin. He racked up 66 points this season, with 60 assists, tying the NHL record for most assists by a rookie defenseman, a feat previously achieved by the legendary Larry Murphy.

Finishing second was Calgary Flames goalie Dustin Wolf, who posted a solid 29-16-8 record with a 2.64 GAA and .910 save percentage. San Jose Sharks center Macklin Celebrini followed with 63 points, showcasing his potential as a key player for the future. Hutson's remarkable performance this season positions him as a cornerstone for the Canadiens, and his trajectory is worth monitoring closely in fantasy leagues.