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Lightning’s Nikita Kucherov Joins Gretzky, Lemieux With Historic Streak

The 2025–26 NHL season has featured no shortage of drama, but few storylines have been as captivating as the race for the scoring title. What began as a tight battle between four first overall picks making history has slowly turned into something far more one-sided.

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Lightning Star Finally Makes Convincing Hart Case in Two-Horse Race

The fact that Nikita Kucherov is a generational player is something that is becoming clearer as he continues his elite production season after season. But despite his sheer volume of offense, the Lightning star has surprisingly eluded the Hart Trophy for much of his career.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / March 23

Lightning Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – Back on Track, Stars Shine, and More

The Tampa Bay Lightning were coming off a poor stretch entering last week, but they finally got back on track. In this week-ahead piece, we’ll revisit their strong play, the stars who shone, and the schedule that awaits them.

NHL News / Yardbarker / March 22

Oilers should take Connor McDavid's harsh comments seriously

The Edmonton Oilers are almost certainly going to the Stanley Cup Playoffs this season, but that is not where the expectation sits with this team.

Oilers’ McDavid calls Pacific Division race ‘a pillow fight’

Nikita Kucherov scores twice to carry Lightning past Oilers

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin joins Wayne Gretzky in another exclusive club in loss to Avalanche

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How many of the players responsible for the best receiving season in the history of each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Nikita Kucherov News / Athlon Sports / March 22

Nikita Kucherov Draws NHL's Attention After Oilers Game

Nikita Kucherov has taken center stage in the NHL scoring race after a dominant stretch lifted him past the league’s biggest names. The Tampa Bay Lightning star now leads the NHL with 118 points, moving ahead of both Connor McDavid and Nathan MacKinnon.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / March 22

Connor McDavid Sends a Message with Praise for Jon Cooper, Lightning

Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers dropped another frustrating contest on Saturday night, falling 5–2 to the Tampa Bay Lightning at Rogers Place to wrap up a four-game homestand.

Nikita Kucherov News / Field Level Media / March 22

Lightning's Nikita Kucherov out to continue sizzling pace vs. Flames

The high-rolling Tampa Bay Lightning will look to complete a perfect road trip when they visit the Calgary Flames on Sunday. The Lightning, especially Nikita Kucherov, have dominated their opponents so far during the trek.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / March 22

Lightning Star Overtakes Connor McDavid for Art Ross Lead

Nikita Kucherov once again made a statement as the Tampa Bay Lightning demolished the Edmonton Oilers 5-2 to extend their winning streak to three games.

Nikita Kucherov News / Field Level Media / March 22

Nikita Kucherov scores twice to carry Lightning past Oilers

Nikita Kucherov scored twice in a four-point performance to lead the visiting Tampa Bay Lightning to a 5-2 victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday.

Nikita Kucherov News / Field Level Media / March 21

Nikita Kucherov, Lightning ride momentum into clash vs. Oilers

Nikita Kucherov and his linemates are on a roll, and so are the Tampa Bay Lightning as they continue their road swing Saturday against the Edmonton Oilers.

Jake Guentzel News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 21

Jake Guentzel Is One Of The Best UFA Signings Of This Era

Building a team through free agency is rarely a recipe for success in the NHL. Just ask the Predators, who are only two years removed from “winning” the 2024 UFA sweepstakes but have yet to see any on-ice success from their spending spree (Steven Stamkos, Brady Skjei, and Jonathan Marchessault).

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Daily Faceoff / March 20

Lightning have the single biggest advantage of any projected 2025-26 playoff team

Welcome to part 3 of Daily Faceoff Stanley Cup Ingredients 2025-26. To catch you up: I’ve crafted a formula consisting of seven common ingredients among

NHL News / Field Level Media / March 20

Second-period explosion lifts Lightning to blowout of Canucks

Darren Raddysh, Yanni Gourde and Nikita Kucherov produced a three-goal blitz early in the second period as the Tampa Bay Lightning overwhelmed the host Vancouver Canucks 6-2 on Thursday.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 19

NHL Predictions: March 19th, Tampa Bay Lightning at Vancouver Canucks

Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

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NHL News / Last Word On Sports / March 17

NHL Predictions: March 17 Tampa Bay Lightning vs Seattle Kraken

Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

Corey Perry News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 16

3 reasons why Corey Perry is perfect fit for Lightning

Kevyn Adams News / Yardbarker / March 8

Sabres take over first place with win vs. Lightning

Sabres take over first place with Game-of-the-Year win vs. Lightning

The Buffalo Sabres are back, and they proved it again on Sunday in an 8-7 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning that put them into sole possession of first-place in the NHL's Atlantic Division.

Penguins complete historic comeback without Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin

Surging Stars rebound from Friday setback, nip Blackhawks in OT

Red Wings' John Gibson, Cam Talbot combine to blank Devils

Avalanche edge Wild in shootout for fifth straight win

Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog (lower body) week-to-week

Kevyn Adams News / Yardbarker / February 28