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Capitals Sign Defenseman Cole Hutson to Entry-Level Deal

3/16/2026

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The Washington Capitals signed defenseman Cole Hutson to a three-year entry-level contract worth $975,000 annually.
He is 19, drafted 43rd overall in the 2024 NHL Draft, after finishing his Boston University season.
Hutson produced 32 points in 35 games for Boston University.
The signing follows the Capitals' playoff push after trading veteran John Carlson, with 14 games remaining this season, and Lane Hutson noted as a Calder Trophy winner.

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The Washington Capitals signed defenseman Cole Hutson to a three-year entry-level contract worth $975,000 annually.
He is 19, drafted 43rd overall in the 2024 NHL Draft, after finishing his Boston University season.
Hutson produced 32 points in 35 games for Boston University.
The signing follows the Capitals' playoff push after trading veteran John Carlson, with 14 games remaining this season, and Lane Hutson noted as a Calder Trophy winner.