ANAHEIM -- Cutter Gauthier scored his first NHL hat trick, and the Anaheim Ducks pulled away from the Florida Panthers for their fourth straight win, 7-3 at Honda Center on Tuesday. Gauthier also had an assist for his first career four-point game.

The Anaheim Ducks are having a terrific start to their season. With consistent wins and a streak slowly building, this team is bringing the energy to the ice. C

Cutter Gauthier recorded his first career hat trick and added an assist as the host Anaheim Ducks claimed their fourth consecutive victory, trouncing the Florida Panthers 7-3 on Tuesday.

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The Florida Panthers kicked off a four-game western swing on Tuesday night in Anaheim. Much like their previous road trip, this one did not start well for Florida, as they fell behind early and ended up losing big, 7-3 to the Ducks. It was the Ducks who got on the board first, and it was a rare breakaway against Florida that got the job done.

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The Detroit Red Wings goalie, who played 12 years with the Anaheim Ducks before being traded in June, made his first visit back to the Honda Center on Friday. After the game, he got a visit from team owners Henry and Susan Samueli, who thanked him for his time with the Ducks and presented him with a special art piece.