0:00 0:00 1x

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here .

Cutter Gauthier had his first career hat trick during a four-point performance, and the Ducks routed the Florida Panthers 7-3 on Tuesday night for their fourth consecutive victory.

Nikita Nesterenko scored the go-ahead goal late in the second period before Jacob Trouba, Chris Kreider and Jansen Harkins added third-period goals for the upstart Ducks, who surged back into first place in the Pacific Division.

Lukas Dostal made 18 saves as the Ducks improved to 4-1-0 at home and beat the defending champs for the second time in eight days.

Brad Marchand, Evan Rodrigues and Eetu Luostarinen scored for the two-time Stanley Cup winners, who opened their four-game West Coast trip with

See Full Page