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Cole Hutson

Defenseman · Washington Capitals

2024 Draft, Rd 2 Pick 11 (#43) — Washington Capitals

Next Game

Tue, Apr 14 · 7:00 PM ET @ Blue Jackets

ESPN, SN360, Monumental Sports

Age 195'11"175 lbsShoots LeftSt. Louis, USA

Current Season

GP

13

Goals

3

Assists

7

Points

10

+/-

-3

S%

14.3%

Last 5 Games

DateOppGAPTS+/-SOGTOI
Apr 12vs PIT000+1017:19
Apr 11@ PIT022-1219:02
Apr 8@ TOR101+1218:05
Apr 5@ NYR000-4018:38
Apr 4vs BUF011+2218:58

Career Stats

Contract

Cap Hit

$941K

Total Value

$2.82M

Expires

3 yrs · 2027-2028

Status

Then RFA

Yr 1 PB: $25K at 5 games, $77.5K at 10 games, $262.5K for Conn Smythe

via PuckPedia

Recent Stories

News
Cole's Your Guy, Hutson Sizzles on Caps D

Fantasy managers scour the waiver wire as Cole emerges as the must-add defenseman while Hutson catches fire on the Capitals' blueline. I've seen plenty of late-season surges from young D-men, but this duo's chemistry has Washington's backend humming in ways that could juice your points totals. Front offices whisper about their post-season upside, and grabbing them now positions your squad for the stretch run.

Washington Capitals
News
King Clancy Noms: Harris Leads Pack

Jordan Harris earns a nod for the 2026 King Clancy Memorial Trophy, joining Slavin, Kerfoot, Oettinger, and Vlasic in a field of community warriors. These awards spotlight players who grind off-ice as hard as on it, from charity drives to locker-room leadership. Voters weigh intangibles that win Cups, making this ballot a window into the league's soul.

Boston BruinsWashington Capitals
Playoffs
Cole Hutson Shines on April 10

Cole Hutson grabs the spotlight in the NHL on April 10, delivering the kind of performance that has scouts buzzing in backroom chats. The young gun flashes skills that echo big-brother promise, turning heads amid playoff push. His impact hints at lineup tweaks that could tilt series outcomes come postseason.

Washington CapitalsBuffalo Sabres
Playoffs
Caps' Hutson Primed for Waiver Wire Rebound

Washington defenseman Hutson sits on fantasy waiver wires after a rocky stretch that has Caps coaches tinkering with pairings behind the scenes. Insiders whisper he's due for a bounce-back with top-four minutes opening up amid injuries up front. Fantasy GMs who grab him now could cash in big as playoff races heat up and Hutson eyes a statement series.

Washington Capitals
News
Demidov, Hutson Warp Games for Canadiens

Canadiens phenoms Ivan Demidov and Lane Hutson team up to bend games to their will, dazzling in ways that echo the next big thing. Teammates watch in awe as these two rookies dictate tempo and create magic that scouts predicted but few imagined this soon. Montreal's rebuild gains rocket fuel, positioning them as a force that could disrupt the East.

Detroit Red WingsMontreal Canadiens
Draft & Prospects
Oilers' Top Draft Busts Since 2000, Sens Gems

Edmonton relives its biggest draft whiffs since 2000, the kind of picks that haunt GMs in late-night calls and fuel rebuild debates. Ottawa counters with their all-time best, shining a light on hidden gems that shaped the franchise. These retrospectives remind everyone how the draft lottery can make or break a decade.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are Cole Hutson's stats this season?
Cole Hutson has 3 goals and 7 assists for 10 points in 13 games this season.
What team does Cole Hutson play for?
Cole Hutson is a defenseman for the Washington Capitals.
What is Cole Hutson's contract?
Cole Hutson has a cap hit of $0.94M with 2 years remaining. He will be a restricted free agent (RFA) when the contract expires.
When was Cole Hutson drafted?
Cole Hutson was drafted in the 2024 NHL Draft by the Washington Capitals in Round 2, Pick 11 (43 overall).
Where is Cole Hutson from?
Cole Hutson is 19 years old and was born in St. Louis, USA.