[1] He also played two seasons for the Fargo Force of the USHL, accumulating 19 points in 34 games, before deciding to go back to high school for his senior year.

[5] He was off to a stronger start in his sophomore season,[5] leading the team in scoring as they advanced through the NCAA Men's Ice Hockey Championship.

[7] Unable to establish himself through four seasons within the Stars organization, Tufte left as a free agent and was signed to a one-year, two-way contract with the Colorado Avalanche on July 1, 2023.

[8] Having concluded his contract with the Avalanche, once again as a free agent, Tufte was signed a one-year, two-way deal with the Boston Bruins on July 1, 2024.

[10] He later competed at the 2018 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships where he helped Team USA secure a bronze medal.