Hutson unfazed by pressure, leads Canadiens back into wild-card spot

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Montreal Canadiens back in wild-card spot, but with little breathing room after snapping skid

While the Canadiens are back in the playoff picture, there's little breathing room for them in the crowded battle for the final spot in the Eastern Conference wild-card race.

Hutson unfazed by pressure, leads Canadiens back into wild-card spot

To Lane Hutson, the pressure of the playoff chase is "pretty fun." That maturity and level-headedness was on display as he guided the Canadiens in Sunday's must-win game against the Panthers, Eric Engels writes.

A 19th goal for wool, 52nd help for Hutson.