Penguins Secure Goaltender Taylor Gauthier with One-Year Deal

In a strategic roster move, the Pittsburgh Penguins announced on Tuesday the re-signing of goaltender Taylor Gauthier to a one-year contract. This decision comes as Gauthier was on the verge of becoming a Group-6 unrestricted free agent on July 1, but the team has opted to keep him in the fold.

The Penguins confirmed the signing through their social media channels, announcing that the deal is valued at $850,000 at the NHL level, with a minor league salary of $125,000.

During the 2025-26 season, Gauthier showcased his talent with the ECHL’s Wheeling Nailers, posting an impressive 21-9-5 record. He boasted a stellar 2.09 goals-against average and a .929 save percentage, solidifying his reputation as a formidable goaltender. His performance was pivotal in leading the Nailers to the Eastern Conference Finals of the Kelly Cup Playoffs, where they eventually fell to the Florida Everblades.

This signing marks Gauthier’s fourth season within the Penguins’ organization, and he is expected to compete for a roster spot with the AHL’s Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins next season, especially as Sergei Murashov is anticipated to transition to the NHL.

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