Lane Hutson of the Montreal Canadiens has been named the NHL's Rookie of the Month for December, showcasing impressive performance with two goals and 11 assists over 14 games. This accolade highlights Hutson's emerging talent, as he ranked third among NHL rookies in points this season, accumulating a total of two goals and 24 assists.

Hutson's December performance was marked by consistent scoring, finding the scoresheet in 10 of the 14 games played, which included two separate five-game point streaks. His contributions on the ice have solidified his standing among the league's top newcomers, surpassing notable competitors like Macklin Celebrini of the San Jose Sharks and Matvei Michkov of the Philadelphia Flyers.