Cole Hutson Ends It Early in Overtime in Ottawa
The Capitals defenceman's sudden-death goal at even strength lifts Washington to a 3-2 win over the Senators on the road.
Cole Hutson finished it quickly. The Capitals defenceman scored at 1:14 of overtime, at even strength, and Washington beat Ottawa 3-2 on the road.
Hutson had a goal and an assist, plus two on the ice (+2), with 3 shots on goal. He played 21:47 over 22 shifts, second among Washington skaters and second among the team's six defencemen. All of his production came at even strength. He added 2 hits, 2 blocked shots and a takeaway, but also gave the puck away 3 times.
For the season, Hutson now has 5 goals and 6 assists in 16 games. His 21:47 was above his season average of 19.3 minutes a game, and he had scored 4 goals before this one. The win leaves Washington at 10-6-0, with wins in their last two, and holding the second wild-card spot in the East.