The Anaheim Ducks are locked in ongoing contract talks with forward Cutter Gauthier, with reports suggesting the team may need to free up significant salary-cap space to accommodate him. Gauthier previously rejected a $13 million average annual value offer, leaving the franchise facing a tight financial hurdle to secure his services. With limited cap flexibility following recent moves, the Ducks must now decide whether to prioritize retaining their restricted free agent or explore alternative roster adjustments. The outcome of these negotiations could have major implications for the team’s long-term lineup and financial strategy.

The Anaheim Ducks remain in active contract negotiations with forward Cutter Gauthier. If the reports of the talks are true, it appears the team will need to create salary-cap space to fit Gauthier under the cap. Gauthier turned down a $13MM AAV on his last offer, and with the Ducks having just $9.1MM under the […]