Cole Hutson To Make NHL Debut For Capitals vs Senators
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The Washington Capitals' tilt wiht the New Jersey Devils turned into something of a goaltending clinic on Friday, with Logan Thompson and Jake Allen exchanging highlight-reel stops over the course of 60 minutes.
Capitals rookie Cole Hutson’s standout NHL debut may fast-track Washington’s rebuild, sparking big decisions during their current playoff race.
Hutson is the fourth defenseman in Capitals history to score during his first NHL game. Him and his brother, Montreal Canadiens defenseman Lane Hutson, are just the third set of brothers to score during their NHL debut. Aku and Aatu Raty and Cal and Ryan O'Reilly are the only other brothers to do so.
Wednesday's Washington Capitals win didn't look like an NHL debut for Cole Hutson. The 19-year-old, despite his claims that he was nervous all night long, fit right in, looking comfortable and faring well in his first taste of playing in the best league in the world.