Hutson won the Calder, lit up rookie leaderboards with 66 points and 60 assists, and draws Norris chatter as he starts his age-21 season in Montreal.

Rising offense from Hutson reshapes Montreal’s power play and blueline dynamics; his ascent could trim Matheson’s PP1 share and redefine the D-core’s fantasy upside.

Hutson, Montreal's Calder Trophy winner, is cited as a comparator for Wolf’s rookie-year impact. Wolf finished second in Calder voting behind Hutson, underscoring Hutson’s breakout and the level of competition Wolf faced for the rookie honor.

Hutson topped Wolf for Calder Trophy, underscoring a rookie year in which Montreal’s defense emerged as a cornerstone. Hutson’s ascent frames the rookie landscape and lends context to Calgary’s goaltending bet on Wolf.

Hutson’s contract extension in Montreal is on the radar, with a year left on his current deal. The Canadiens’ GM Kent Hughes remains tight-lipped, but the long-term horizon suggests Hutson could become a central defensive pillar. Fantasy implications hinge on deployment and PP roles as he transitions to full-time pro usage.