Former Philadelphia Flyers first-round pick Cutter Gauthier, who was traded earlier this year to the Anaheim Ducks, recently made headlines for his overly confident remarks during a pre-game interview.
When asked about his thoughts on the upcoming game against the University of Denver, Gauthier predicted a victorious outcome for his team, suggesting there would be plenty of emotions and tears from their opponents.
"It's gonna be epic. There's gonna be a lot of emotions and a lot of tears for that team over there. So, we're happy and we're excited to get after it."
However, despite Gauthier's confidence, Boston College lost the game 2-0 to the University of Denver. It appears that his pre-game bravado didn't translate into success on the ice.
While Gauthier has had a standout season with Boston College and a strong showing at the World Juniors, his recent comments and the team's loss may serve as a humbling experience. Although he's expected to join the NHL and potentially sign with the Anaheim Ducks, Gauthier admitted he hasn't had recent discussions with the team.
"Yeah, I'm not too sure. I haven't spoken to Ducks at all recently, so not too sure what's going on there and what their thoughts are, but you know, just trying to cherish every last moment as being a college athlete."
While confidence is important for an athlete, Gauthier's comments highlight the fine line between confidence and arrogance. This incident could serve as a valuable lesson for him as he progresses in his career.
