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Lane Hutson: his mother admits her son’s size still worries her
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Lane Hutson: his mother admits her son’s size still worries her
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Lane Hutson enjoyed great success in his first year in the NHL. The defenseman showed that his offensive creativity would allow him to shine in the Bettman circuit, collecting 66 points and winning the Calder Trophy.He surpassed everyone's expectations.That said, the one thing that always gets people talking about the defenseman is, of course, his small stature. Hutson really isn't the most imposing guy on the ice, and in such a physical, fast-paced sport, it's only logical to wonder whether this will one day pose a problem for him. And in fact, it's a fear that's shared by those around him. Indeed, in the second episode of the new season of the series La reconstruction, the defender's mother admitted that it's something that worries her: “

The question of size always stresses me.

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Julie Hutson

Lane's mother is well aware that this will obviously always be a factor. Interestingly, the defenseman also admits that it's always on his mind. He tries to build his game to avoid putting himself in vulnerable situations, but it only takes a moment's inattention for the risk to increase.Obviously, we wouldn't wish it on him (really), but it's interesting to see that he and his mother are well aware of this possibility.For the moment, at least, Hutson has managed to avoid danger. But, like Cole Caufield, it's something he'll always have to be aware of –especially in the playoffs, because a heavy body check comes so quickly at this time of year, says Alexandre Carrier.

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– Speaking of the series.

– What do you think?

– Oh?

– Please note:

– He's surpassed all expectations since his return to the game.

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