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Washington Capitals rookie Cole Hutson scored an empty-netter vs. Toronto, but his celebration turned to embarrassment when he realized a two-on-one pass could have set Ilya Protas up for his first NHL goal; Protas still earned his first NHL point in his debut, and Hutson later apologized as the Protas brothers celebrated.
In his Capitals debut, Cole Hutson scored his first NHL goal on a late empty-net tally after a two-on-one with Connor McMichael; McMichael revealed he didn’t want the puck and later joked about his viral pointing celebration, while praising Hutson’s poise and future with the team.
Nineteen-year-old defenseman Cole Hutson scored his first NHL goal and added an empty-netter in his Washington Capitals debut, helping them to a 4-1 win over the Ottawa Senators. He logged 16:22 of ice time, fired three shots, and earned praise from coach Spencer Carbery for delivering a standout first game, becoming the second-youngest Capitals defenseman to score in his debut.
Washington Capitals defenseman Cole Hutson is set to make his NHL debut against the Ottawa Senators after a standout two-year run at Boston University, stepping into the spotlight beneath the high-profile shadow of his older brother Lane Hutson, a Calder Trophy winner with Montreal. Cole says they’re similar yet different—Lane is more shiftier and instinctive, while he’s smoother and lets plays develop—and he even leaned on Lane for three hours of advice before signing with Washington as he tries to forge his own path.
Washington Capitals sign 19-year-old defenseman Cole Hutson to a three-year entry-level contract worth $975,000 AAV after a standout sophomore season at Boston University; Hutson could debut Wednesday against the Ottawa Senators, having led BU in assists (22) and points (32) and earning All-Hockey East First Team, and he is the younger brother of Lane Hutson and Quinn Hutson with notable U.S. World Junior Championship experience including a 2025 gold.
The Washington Capitals signed 19-year-old defenseman Cole Hutson to a three-year entry-level contract beginning this season with a $975,000 average annual value, adding a second-round pick from 2024 who starred at Boston University (led in assists and points as a sophomore and earned multiple NCAA honors) and has competed for the United States at the World Juniors, including a gold medal in 2025 and a strong showing in 2026.
Capitals sign 2024 second-round pick Cole Hutson to a three-year entry-level contract worth $975,000 AAV, making the 19-year-old defenseman the first Capitals draftee from 2024 to potentially debut this week. Hutson led Boston University in scoring this season (32 points) and totaled 80 NCAA points in 74 games, with the first contract year counting immediately since he isn’t ELC slide eligible.
Boston University defenseman Cole Hutson earned a second straight All-Hockey East First Team nod, leading BU in scoring and ranking among NCAA leaders, with his possible final BU game coming in the Hockey East quarterfinal before he signs an entry-level contract with the Washington Capitals.
With the March 6 trade deadline near, the Washington Capitals reportedly plan to move on from veteran defenseman Trevor van Riemsdyk, potentially paving the way for top prospect Cole Hutson to join the NHL roster as soon as mid-March; Hutson could arrive from Boston University to bolster the defense, while TVR’s $3 million cap hit and looming free agency factor into the decision.
Washington Capitals prospect Cole Hutson was injured after being hit in the head by a puck during the 2026 World Junior Championship, prompting teammates like Cole Eiserman to show support. Hutson was hospitalized but discharged and is considered 'day-to-day,' with team USA winning the game despite the incident.
DJ Campbell, a sophomore, will start at right guard for the Texas Longhorns over Cole Hutson in their season opener against the Rice Owls. However, Hutson will rotate in due to the high temperatures forecasted for the game. Campbell, the top interior offensive line prospect in the 2022 recruiting class, has shown improvement and earned the opportunity to play. To maintain his starting role, he needs to trust in his own abilities and his experienced teammates.