Anaheim Ducks defeat Pittsburgh Penguins 5-2

The Anaheim Ducks extended their winning streak to five games with a 5-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins. Cutter Gauthier made NHL history during the match, becoming the first player to record three hat tricks within the first 10 days of a calendar month. Gauthier contributed three goals and one assist, including an empty-net goal to seal the win.

Mikael Granlund also played a pivotal role, recording four points (one goal and three assists) and extending his point streak to six games. The Ducks' performance marked a significant team milestone, as they became the first NHL team since the 1988-90 Los Angeles Kings to score at least five goals in eight consecutive games.

Despite the loss, the Penguins managed two power-play goals in the third period. Evgeni Malkin scored for Pittsburgh, and Sidney Crosby also recorded a point during the game, moving past Marcel Dionne in career points.