"Hutson came into Saturday night's game just one point shy of tying Erik Johnson (14) for the USA's all-time World Juniors defense scoring lead. With two assists against Germany on Friday, Hutson also tied the US record for career assists by a defenseman at the tournament, held by Ryan Suter (10). If the 2024 second-round pick is unable to dress against Slovakia, Hutson's next chance to make a return to game action will come on New Year's Eve against Team Sweden."
""He was pretty quiet, but he was good," teammate Cole Eiserman said. Eiserman, who held Hutson's hand as the defenseman lay on the ice, injured and unable to move, elaborated on his now viral gesture after the practice. The two are close friends and also teammates at Boston University. "I could kind of breathe once he could squeeze my hand," Eiserman said. "I just wanted him to know I was there for him. No matter what, I was by his side.""
Cole Hutson missed Team USA practice after being struck in the back of the head by a puck and stretchered out of Grand Casino Arena in St. Paul, Minnesota. He was discharged from the hospital and listed as out day-to-day by USA Hockey. A brief update expressed hope for his return soon as the Americans prepared for group play. Hutson spoke to teammates, thanking them for their support. Teammate Cole Eiserman held Hutson's hand while Hutson lay injured on the ice and said the squeeze reassured him. Hutson had been approaching U.S. defenseman scoring records at the tournament and could next be available on New Year's Eve against Sweden.
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