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Washington Capitals prospect Cole Hutson stretchered off the ice after frightening injury at World Juniors
Tonight, Washington Capitals top prospect Cole Hutson was involved in an unfortunate play that led him to be escorted off the ice on a stretcher.
The World Junior Championships kicked off last night with Team USA facing off against Germany.
Tonight, USA took the ice against Switzerland looking to continue their strong start to the tournament and improve to 2-0.
The United States got off to a solid start with an early goal from Brodie Ziemer.
Unfortunately, mid way through the second period things took a turn as Washington Capitals prospect and American star defenseman Cole Hutson suffered what seems to be a serious injury.
Capitals prospect Cole Hutson suffers a potentially serious injury
While in the defensive zone Hutson went to block a shot and took a puck off of the side of his helmet.
After being struck by the puck Hutson dropped to the ground and remained there until medical personnel emerged.
After being looked at by the medical staff it was determined Hutson would need to leave the ice via stretcher.
After being taken off of the ice Hutson was reportedly transported to a local hospital for further evaluation.
Hutson was seen moving his lower extremities while being taken off of the ice but to this point no official update has been provided.
According to an update given Hutson was conscious and able to communicate with teammates before being taken off on the stretcher where he now remains for evaluation and observation.
Cole is the younger brother of Montreal Canadiens superstar defenseman Lane Hutson who also represented Team USA in the past at the World Juniors.
Our thoughts are with Cole Hutson and his family as he is evaluated and receives the care he needs.
As more information is provided on Hutson's health we will pass along all of the latest details.
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