The Anaheim Ducks are one of the best teams in the NHL early on this year. They have hit the ground running with their young core of Leo Carlsson, Cutter Gauthier, and Mason McTavish. On Thursday night, Anaheim took on the Detroit Red Wings. And Gauthier established himself as a fast-rising star in Orange County.

The Ducks came up the ice on an offensive rush. Rookie Beckett Sennecke attempted to dangle his way through the Detroit defense. He lost the puck, but Gauthier was there to put the puck behind former Ducks goalie John Gibson. This goal tied the game 1-1 at the time. Expand Tweet Article Continues Below

Gauthier's goal is notable in Ducks history. It's his 32nd career goal in his 100th game. He ties Dustin Penner for third-most goals in Anaheim history through a player's f

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