Nikita Kucherov

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NHL · News analysis

Kucherov’s trade request leaves Tampa Bay weighing a season against its future

The Lightning say they intend to keep their star. His expiring contract makes the value of another season the central hockey question.

Published November 2, 2026

NHL · Overnight report

Tampa Bay says it has no intention of trading its star. In Las Vegas, Gritsyuk and Jack Hughes score twice each as New Jersey wins again.

Published October 31, 2026

NHL · Franchise record

Nikita Kucherov reached 1,138 regular-season points for Tampa Bay. Dmitri Simashev's overtime goal gave Utah a 5-4 victory on the same night.

Published October 25, 2026