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Lane Hutson Stays Loyal to USA Hockey Amid Pressure

9/16/2025

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Lane Hutson, a defenseman for the Montreal Canadiens, reaffirmed his dedication to USA Hockey despite his father's concerns about dual citizenship.
Rob Hutson expressed disappointment over Lane's exclusion from Team USA's Olympic orientation camp, hinting at a possible switch to Team Canada.
Lane rejected this notion, stating, “I’m proud to be American” and highlighting his commitment to USA Hockey.
He mentioned that changing national teams would involve a four-year waiting period after representing the U.S.
Lane had a strong rookie season, winning the Calder Trophy with six goals and 66 points, and is in the final year of his entry-level contract without an extension signed.

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Lane Hutson, a defenseman for the Montreal Canadiens, reaffirmed his dedication to USA Hockey despite his father's concerns about dual citizenship.
Rob Hutson expressed disappointment over Lane's exclusion from Team USA's Olympic orientation camp, hinting at a possible switch to Team Canada.
Lane rejected this notion, stating, “I’m proud to be American” and highlighting his commitment to USA Hockey.
He mentioned that changing national teams would involve a four-year waiting period after representing the U.S.
Lane had a strong rookie season, winning the Calder Trophy with six goals and 66 points, and is in the final year of his entry-level contract without an extension signed.