William Cutter Ruel Gauthier is a professional ice hockey player playing for the Anaheim Ducks in the NHL. Originally from Sweden, he was drafted fifth overall by the Philadelphia Flyers in the 2022 NHL Entry Draft. On January 8, 2024, Gauthier was traded to the Ducks in exchange for Jamie Drysdale and a second-round pick for the 2025 NHL Draft.
After a successful college season at Boston College, where he scored 65 points in 41 games, Gauthier signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Ducks on April 14, 2024. His outstanding performance in the NCAA included leading the league in game-winning goals and being named a finalist for the Hobey Baker Award. Gauthier also made a significant impact internationally, helping Team USA win a gold medal at the 2024 IIHF World Junior Championship, where he was recognized as the best forward.
Cutter Gauthier agent
According to Broad Street Hockey, Cutter Gauthier’s agent is Kurt Overhardt, who represents him through KO Sports, Inc. He confirmed that Gauthier's decision to not sign with the Philadelphia Flyers was due to a “private issue between the player and his family,” without further elaboration.
According to his LinkedIn profile, Overhardt is the Founder and CEO of KO Sports, Inc., a top-tier boutique hockey agency. With extensive experience representing elite athletes since 1992, Overhardt has negotiated over $700 million in player contracts. His agency offers a range of services, including contract negotiations, career planning, marketing, and licensing arrangements.
Kurt Overhardt Education
According to his LinkedIn profile, before becoming an agent, Overhardt earned a Juris Doctorate from the University of Denver College of Law and practiced as a labor and intellectual property lawyer. His agency is known for personalized representation and advocating strongly on behalf of clients, which has included NHL players, Olympic athletes, and even snowboarding champions at the 1998 Nagano Olympics.
Kurt Overhardt Other Clients
According to his LinkedIn profile, Overhardt’s client list includes NHL stars and top prospects, such as Cutter Gauthier, with whom he recently navigated a trade situation involving the Philadelphia Flyers. KO Sports also collaborates internationally, working with Sweden’s AMA Sports Agency to support European hockey players.
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A. Cutter Gauthier’s professional career began in 2023.
