John Tortorella Roasts Cutter Gauthier After His Nasty Exit From Philadelphia

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TJ Tucker
January 9, 2024  (8:32)

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The Philadelphia Flyers surprised a lot of hockey fans yesterday when it was abruptly announced that top prospect Cutter Gautheir had been traded to the Anaheim Ducks for defenceman Jamie Drysdale and a second-round pick. Now, head coach John Tortorella has responded to reports that Gautheir didn't want to play with the Flyers .

As mentioned, shortly after the trade, it was revealed that Gautheir, the 5th overall pick in the 2022 NHL Draft, had flat out refused to meet with representatives of the Flyers, and told them he was not interested in playing there, despite telling GM Danny Briere he wanted to be a Flyer at the draft.

Asked about the Gauthier's refusal to play in Philadelphia, Tortorella said the feeling is mutual.

Asked to elaborate more, Tortorella said he's not interested in dwelling on Gauthier.

While it has been widely reported that Gautheir told the Flyers he didn't want to play for the team, what hasn't been said is why he feels that way. The Swedish-born American player is currently suiting up for Boston College of the NCAA Division 1. In 17 games so far this season, Gauthier has 13 goals and 23 points.

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Previously

Insider Reveals Failed Blockbuster Draft Day Trade Between Montreal and Philadelphia

Insider Drops a Bombshell on Mitch Marner's Future in Toronto

BREAKING: The Real Reason Cutter Gauthier Was Traded Emerges

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