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Capitals Sign Cole Hutson to Three-Year Contract

3/16/2026

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  • The Washington Capitals signed Cole Hutson to a three-year entry-level contract worth $975,000 annually.
  • Hutson, 19, completed his season with the Boston University Terriers after a Hockey East quarterfinal loss.
  • He led the Terriers with 32 points this season after being drafted by the Capitals in the 2024 NHL Draft.
  • Hutson is the third brother in his family to enter the NHL, following Calder Trophy winner Lane Hutson.