# Gauthier’s Contract Puzzle | NHL News

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Podcast: [NHL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/nhl-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7438203)
Published: 2026-07-19T16:01:41+00:00
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Cutter Gauthier’s contract talks with the Ducks are heating up as he eyes a massive payday—possibly matching Leo Carlsson’s $18M AAV—despite the team’s tight cap space. With 41 goals last season, Gauthier’s elite production at 21 makes him a rare commodity, sparking comparisons to future stars like Macklin Celebrini. The Ducks face a tough choice: offer a long-term max deal to lock him in, or negotiate a bridge contract (8-10M for 2-3 years) to let him prove his value before hitting the open market with a higher cap. A bridge deal could be the smart move—giving Gauthier room to grow and set himself up for a true mega-deal later. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/92c3e0fca119c71c

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