Anaheim Ducks forward Cutter Gauthier scored the tie-breaking goal late in the third period, extending his goal-scoring streak to five consecutive games, as the Ducks defeated the Calgary Flames 5-3 on Friday night at the Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary.
Gauthier's decisive strike came with the game deadlocked at 3-3, propelling Anaheim to a crucial road victory. The 20-year-old rookie has now found the back of the net in each of his last five outings, providing a significant offensive boost for the Ducks.
Jeff Malott opened the scoring for Anaheim in the first period, while goaltender Ville Husso made key saves to preserve the lead. The Flames pushed back to tie the game, but Gauthier's late heroics secured the two points for the visitors.
The win improves the Ducks' record on their current road trip, while the Flames drop a close contest at home.
