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Capitals Sign Cole Hutson to Three-Year Entry-Level Deal With Immediate NHL Eligibility

Turning 20 this year means the first year of his deal takes effect immediately, making an NHL debut as soon as Wednesday a realistic option.

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Jan 2, 2026; St. Paul, Minnesota, UNITED STATES; United States forward Cole Hutson (44) skates with the puck during the first period in the quarterfinals of the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship against Finland at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Washington announced a three-year entry-level contract for Hutson on Sunday with a $975,000 average annual value starting this season.
  • The move comes one day after Boston University was eliminated by UConn in the Hockey East quarterfinals, ending Hutson’s college campaign.
  • Hutson totaled 80 points in 74 NCAA games, led BU with 32 points this season, and was named to the 2025-26 All-Hockey East First Team.
  • Drafted 43rd overall in 2024, he helped Team USA win 2025 World Junior gold and led the tournament in scoring.
  • General manager Chris Patrick publicly endorsed Hutson’s potential, and with Washington chasing a wild-card berth, his debut could come Wednesday against the Senators.