Cutter Gauthier rejects offer: Puck Podcast August, 23, 2026

Anaheim Ducks young star Cutter Gauthier rejects a $52 million contract offer—are escalating salaries and offer sheets reshaping the NHL’s power balance? Eddie Garcia guest co-host and Thomas Harrington debate the impact of blockbuster deals for Leo Carlson and dissect Ducks management’s hardline tacticsAnalysis spotlights Detroit Red Wings’ search for a new GM, the looming expansion into Houston or Austin, and what’s next for teams like the Columbus Blue Jackets as Elvis Merzlikins faces injury rehab. Plus, don’t miss standout entry-level players to watch on every roster, and bold predictions on which Captainless teams—like the LA Kings or St. Louis Blues—should hand over the “C” to next. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.