Cole Hutson — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Cole Hutson is an NHL defenseman for the Washington Capitals.
2026-27 So Far
Through Nov 4, Cole Hutson has 9 points (4 goals, 5 assists) in 14 games, a 54-point pace over 84 games. He is 6th on the Washington Capitals in scoring. 6 of the 9 came at even strength and 3 on the power play. He is averaging 19:21 of ice time a game.
Scouting Report
Cole Hutson, a second-round pick for the Washington Capitals, made his professional debut in 2025-26, offering an early glimpse of his offensive potential from the blueline. In his first 14 career games, the 20-year-old defenseman registered 3 goals and 7 assists for 10 points.
His initial impact was positive, reflected in a 2.5 GAR during 2025-26. This promising start suggests Hutson could develop into an offense-first blueliner as he gains experience in the league.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Washington Capitals |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 5'10" |
| Weight | 165 lb |
| Born | June 28, 2006 (age 20) in St. Louis, United States |
| Draft | 2024 — Round 2, Pick 43 — WSH |
2026-27 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 4 | 5 | 9 | +2 | 8 | 27 | 14.8% | 19:21 | 58.6% | 2.6 | 0.8 | 2.7 | 0.48 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +2.4 | -0.1 | +0.6 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 76th (100th = league leader).
2026-27 Scoring by Situation
| Situation | G | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|
| Even Strength | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| Power Play | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Shorthanded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 4 | 5 | 9 |
Shooting & Rate Stats
| TOI/GP | Shots | S% | Primary A | Secondary A | P/GP | xG | GAR/60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:21 | 27 | 14.8% | 3 | 2 | 0.64 | 2.6 | 0.42 |
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 14 | 4 | 5 | 9 | 2.7 |
| 2025-26 | 14 | 3 | 7 | 10 | 2.8 |
Analysis
In the 2026-27 season Cole Hutson has been worth 2.7 Goals Above Replacement.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+2.4 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.1).
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cole Hutson's GAR this season?
Cole Hutson has been worth 2.7 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Cole Hutson's WAR this season?
Cole Hutson has been worth about 0.5 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2026-27 season. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
How many points does Cole Hutson have this season?
Cole Hutson has 4 goals and 5 assists for 9 points in 14 games this season.
Is Cole Hutson a good defenseman?
Cole Hutson ranks by total value among NHL skaters by GAR (2.7) in the 2026-27 season.
What is Cole Hutson's career GAR?
Across 2 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Cole Hutson has accumulated 5.4 career GAR and 19 points.
How tall is Cole Hutson, and how much does he weigh?
Cole Hutson is 5'10" tall and weighs 165 lb. Born June 28, 2006 (age 20) in St. Louis, United States.
How does Cole Hutson score across situations in 2026-27?
Cole Hutson has 6 even-strength points, 3 on the power play, and 0 shorthanded in 2026-27.
What is Cole Hutson's shooting percentage in 2026-27?
Cole Hutson has scored on 14.8% of 27 shots in 2026-27.