Lane Hutson Supports BU Hockey: A Family Affair with Cole Hutson

Former BU star and current Montreal Canadiens defenseman cheers on younger brother, a Washington Capitals prospect, in Hockey East matchup.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 6:55pm

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A fractured, multi-perspective painting depicting a hockey game, with the players and action broken down into sharp, overlapping geometric shapes and planes of color. The Hutson brothers' jerseys and numbers are visible as recognizable elements within the abstract composition.The Hutson brothers' shared passion for hockey is reflected in this cubist-inspired illustration of their BU matchup.Boston Today

Lane Hutson, a former Boston University (BU) hockey player and current defenseman for the Montreal Canadiens, made a special appearance at Agganis Arena on Friday night to support his alma mater and his younger brother, Cole Hutson, a Washington Capitals prospect and BU's leading scorer. Lane wore his brother's number 44 jersey during the Hockey East conference game against the Maine Black Bears, which the Terriers won 3-2 in overtime.

Why it matters

The Hutson brothers' appearance at the BU game highlights the strong family ties and shared passion for hockey within the program. As Lane continues to excel in the NHL, his support for his younger brother and the BU team underscores the close-knit nature of the hockey community.

The details

Lane, 21, was able to attend the game due to the NHL's pause for the 2026 Winter Olympics. The Canadiens are currently second in the Atlantic Division with a strong 32-17-8 record, and Lane has contributed 58 points (10 goals, 48 assists) in 57 games. Cole, 19, provided the primary assist on Jack Murtagh's goal early in the second period, finishing with an assist, five shots on goal, and three blocked shots. Since returning from the 2026 World Juniors with Team USA, where he suffered a scary head injury, Cole has played in 10 games for the Terriers, recording five points (1 goal, 4 assists).

  • Lane Hutson attended the BU game on Friday night.
  • The Terriers won the Hockey East conference game against the Maine Black Bears 3-2 in overtime.
  • The Beanpot championship is scheduled for February 9, where BU will face their rivals, the Boston College Eagles.

The players

Lane Hutson

A former Boston University (BU) hockey player and current defenseman for the Montreal Canadiens in the NHL.

Cole Hutson

Lane Hutson's younger brother, a Washington Capitals prospect and the leading scorer for the BU Terriers hockey team.

Jack Murtagh

A BU hockey player who scored a goal in the game against Maine.

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What’s next

The Terriers are gearing up for the 2026 Beanpot championship on February 9, where they will face their rivals, the Boston College Eagles. This game promises to be an exciting showdown, with both teams vying for the top spot.

The takeaway

The Hutson brothers' appearance at the BU game showcases the strong family ties and shared passion for hockey within the program. As Lane continues to excel in the NHL, his support for his younger brother and the BU team underscores the close-knit nature of the hockey community.