Richard Coutu (born May 3, 1951) is a Canadian former professional ice hockey goaltender.
He was selected by the Minnesota North Stars in the fifteenth round (117th overall) of the 1971 NHL Amateur Draft, making him the final pick that year.
Between 1974 and 1976, Coutu played 24 games (9-13-1, 4.11 GAA) in the World Hockey Association.
He played for the Chicago Cougars for two seasons and Cincinnati Stingers for one season.
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