The Montreal Canadiens have drawn enough attention with their not-so subtle interest in Sidney Crosby. Thus, the last thing the Habs want is to add another layer of NHL drama to their business. On that note, one teammate of Patrik Laine is reportedly holding contract talks with the organization out of the spotlight.

The Canadiens have enough on their plates as it is in the NHL offseason. The young core in The City of Saints is set for a big year, but some adjustments must be made. In order to assure the Habs are in a good position to compete with the rest of the league, there is work to be done.

Perhaps chief among them is putting pen to paper on an extension for Calder Trophy winner Lane Hutson. Though technically a rookie last NHL season, Laine’s star blueliner teammate is entering the

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