USDP: Lane Hutson's brother sets single-season scoring record

Field hockey runs in the veins of Lane Hutson’s family. After the CH prospect’s success in the U.S. development program, his brother has followed in his footsteps this season, and it’s not even over yet.

U17 defenseman Cole Hutson had two points today to run his single-season total to 67 points. Moved a little further past big brother Lane. pic.twitter.com/U6glfMRhuB

– Chris Peters (@chrismpeters) April 29, 2023

The 5-foot-8 defender took over the record for most points for a fullback in program history. He’s up to 67 points, which is better than Cam York’s 65 points in 2018-2019.

The points entered in the Under-18 World Championship must be counted, and this year’s American team is very formidable.

This is an important clarification, because since the start of the spring tournament, Hutson has contributed to the cause with 1 goal and 10 assists.

He needed two points today to break the record, and he did it the right way.

🇺🇸 @ColeHutson_22 putting in WORK in front of the net.#U18MensWorlds pic.twitter.com/qV5OgvHOFl

– USA Hockey (@usahockey) April 29, 2023

First, he scored a superb goal following a surge by his team before serving a fine pass to Will Smith in a thaw against the Slovaks in the semi-finals. Hutson and the Americans face Sweden tomorrow in the grand final. This will be quite a challenge, as the Swedes beat Canada 7-2 in the other semi-final.

We must be careful with this ranking, as Cam York, despite his excellent season in the program, has not yet become the player the Flyers thought they had drafted.

For those who may have forgotten, York was selected just ahead of Cole Caufield, who slipped to the CH, much to the dismay of Philadelphia fans.

As for Hutson, he’ll be eligible for the 2024 draft, but he’s already turning some heads. Like his brother, he’s extremely skilled on skates and will definitely be one to watch next year.

In bursts

– After being criticized for their lack of enthusiasm.

The crowd at Amalie Arena is certainly ready for Game 6. Oh baby, drop the puck!

– Chris Johnston (@reporterchris) April 29, 2023

– Another draft ranking.

My latest #NHLDraft rankings are up.

With the #U18Worlds starting up this week in Switzerland, it’s the last chance for many players to show what they’re made of.

For @DailyFaceoff :https://t.co/fbNkyzXSQo

– Steven Ellis (@SEllisHockey) April 19, 2023

– Whew.

Colorado’s Andrew Cogliano suffered a fractured neck in the hit from behind last night in Game 6 versus Seattle. He’s out indefinitely

– Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) April 29, 2023

– Impressive.