In the last few minutes, the National Hockey League officially announced a change to the first goal scored by the Montreal Canadiens last night.
It’s surprising that it took so long because Lane Hutson practically did everything on the play, but now, it’s official.
The NHL added an assist to Hutson on the 1st goal scored by the Habs against the Ottawa Senators, which was scored by Emil Heineman (his 1st career goal).
The sequence in question is right here.
What a play by Lane Hutson once again, and what a shot from young Heineman!
The NHL adds a point to Lane Hutson on Emil Heineman’s goal
The official announcement from the NHL is right here:
«Official scoring change: Game 27
Ottawa Senators vs. Montreal Canadiens
Montreal’s goal at 9:29 of the first period is now credited to Emil Heineman, with assists to Christian Dvorak and Lane Hutson.»
National Hockey League
That gives him four points in three games this season.
«Lane Hutson has officially been credited with an assist on Emil Heineman’s goal!
He now has 4 points in 3 games this season.»
HabsOnReddit
That puts him almost at the top of NHL defensemen for the number of points accumulated.
Details to follow.