Cutter Gauthier is a professional ice hockey player, playing as a forward for the Anaheim Ducks in the National Hockey League (NHL), as of 2024. Born on January 19, 2004, in Skellefteå, Sweden, Gauthier holds dual Swedish and American nationality. His father, Sean Gauthier, is a former professional goaltender, who exposed Cutter to the sport at an early age. Despite being born in Sweden, Gauthier represents the United States in international hockey competitions.
Gauthier was drafted fifth overall by the Philadelphia Flyers in the 2022 NHL Entry Draft. In his time at Boston College, Gauthier emerged as a top performer, leading the team in goals and points during his freshman season. His collegiate career came to a close in 2024 after a record-tying 38-goal sophomore season, which led him to sign a three-year entry-level contract with the Ducks.
Cutter Gauthier Contract Breakdown
According to Spotrac, Cutter Gauthier signed a 3-year contract worth $5,700,000 with the Anaheim Ducks. This includes a $285,000 signing bonus and guarantees his full contract value. Below is the contract breakdown:
| Year | Age | Cap Hit | Cap % | League Cap | Cash | Cumulative Cash |
| 2023-24 | 20 | $950,000 | 1.14% | $99,476 | $99,476 | $99,476 |
| 2024-25 | 21 | $950,000 | 1.08% | $950,000 | $950,000 | $1,049,476 |
| 2025-26 | 22 | $950,000 | 1.08% | $950,000 | $950,000 | $1,999,476 |
| 2026-27 | 23 | RFA |
Cutter Gauthier Salary
Gauthier's average annual salary is $1,900,000. In 2024-25, Gauthier will earn a base salary of $855,000 and a $95,000 signing bonus, carrying a cap hit of $950,000, per Sportrac.
How much of Cutter Gauthier’s contract is guaranteed?
Gauthier’s three-year contract worth $5,700,000 with the Anaheim Ducks is fully guaranteed, per Sportrac.
What are the terms of Cutter Gauthier’s contract?
Gauthier’s three-year, $5,700,000 contract with the Anaheim Ducks includes a $285,000 signing bonus, and his contract amount is fully guaranteed, as per Sportrac.
Cutter Gauthier's Career Earnings
As of 2024, Cutter Gauthier's career earnings total $99,476. By the end of his contract with the Anaheim Ducks, which runs through the 2025-26 season, his total earnings are projected to be $1,999,476, as per Sportrac.
Cutter Gauthier's Contract History
Cutter Gauthier has signed only one contract in his career with the Anaheim Ducks in 2024. His contract will expire by the end of the 2025-2026 season, as per Sportrac.
FAQs on Cutter Gauthier
A. Cutter Gauthier couldn’t play for the Flyers due to a disconnect over his desired center position and refusal to engage as per Flyers Nitty Gritty
A. Kurt Overhardt is Cutter Gauthier's agent
A. Cutter Gauthier holds dual Swedish and American nationality.
A. Cutter Gauthier's average annual income is $1,900,000.
A. Cutter Gauthier is playing for the Anaheim Ducks as of 2024.
