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Kucherov Trade? The Lightning Face a Road They Never Drive

Something about the Nikita Kucherov situation in Tampa Bay feels uncomfortable. One night, the Lightning are celebrating him as the greatest scorer in franchise history.

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Lightning F Nikita Kucherov blames GM for trade request

Tampa Bay Lightning superstar Nikita Kucherov laid blame at the feet of general manager Julien BriseBois on Monday in his first public comments since requesting a trade over the weekend.

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Can you name every winner of the Hart Trophy, which honors the most valuable player in the NHL, since 1983?

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Nikita Kucherov News / Daily Faceoff / November 2

Should the Lightning sell Kucherov or go all-in on one final season?

Following the shocking announcement that Nikita Kucherov isn’t willing to re-sign with the Tampa Bay Lightning, everyone is wondering what the team’s next move is going to be.

Nikita Kucherov News / Daily Faceoff / November 2

Lightning’s Nikita Kucherov says trade request a result of ‘poor communication and respect’

After Friday’s stunning news that star winger Nikita Kucherov has requested a trade from the Tampa Bay Lightning, we’ve gotten statements from Lightning general manager Julien Brisebois and head coach Jon Cooper on the matter.

Nikita Kucherov News / NHL Trade Talk / November 2

Kucherov’s Situation Raises an Old Question for Canadian Teams

The Nikita Kucherov situation in Tampa Bay has certainly taken an interesting turn. This isn’t just another story about a star player wanting a bigger paycheque.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Tampa Bay Lightning On SI / November 2

Tampa Bay Lightning Unveil New Hometown Remix Uniform Celebrating the City

The Tampa Bay Lightning are bringing a new look to the ice, and this one is all about celebrating the city they call home. The Lightning officially unveiled their new Hometown Remix uniform, introducing a fresh design that incorporates several elements of Tampa Bay's history, landmarks, and hockey identity.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Nikita Kucherov News / Daily Faceoff / November 2

Could we see Nikita Kucherov sit out games with the Lightning?

It’s only been a few days since reports came out of Nikita Kucherov, the reigning Hart Trophy winner, requesting a trade from the Tampa Bay Lightning. Kucherov, who has 18 points in 13 games this season, has won two Stanley Cup championships with the Lightning during his 14-year NHL career and has taken the club to four Final appearances.

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Nikita Kucherov News / NHL Trade Talk / November 2

Insider Confirms Expensive Kucherov Contract Rumor, Changing Trade Optics

Elliotte Friedman reported on his most recent 32 Thoughts podcast episode that the rumors of Nikita Kucherov asking for six years at $20 million per season are likely accurate.

Nikita Kucherov News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 2

Update On Nikita Kucherov

According to Elliotte Friedman in his Saturday Headlines, Nikita Kucherov wanted to be in the Kirill Kaprizov range with his next contract in AAV. Karpizov, at the time, was the league’s highest-paid player when discussing this, receiving a $17MM annual paycheck from Minnesota.

Nikita Kucherov News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 2

Best Nikita Kucherov landing spots after stunning trade request

The hockey world was stunned recently when Tampa Bay Lightning star Nikita Kucherov requested a trade from the team. Kucherov, an impending free agent, has informed the team that he will not re-sign.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / November 1

Kucherov Open to Joining Maple Leafs, What Would It Take to Get It Done?

Nikita Kucherov could be a Toronto Maple Leaf, at least in theory. According to Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet, the Tampa Bay superstar would be willing to play for Toronto or Montreal, provided either club puts together a package the Lightning like.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 1

Maple Leafs Reported to Be in on Nikita Kucherov Trade Talks

Tampa Bay Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov sent the NHL world into a frenzy after it was reported that he requested a trade and wouldn’t re-sign with the team.

Nikita Kucherov News / Tampa Bay Lightning On SI / October 31

Nikita Kucherov Shines in Lightning Loss as Trade Rumors Continue

Just a day after the breaking news that Nikita Kucherov has requested a trade from the Tampa Bay Lightning, they returned to the ice. While playing a game amidst such big rumors isn't easy, the Lightning lost a late lead an ultimately fell in the shootout, moving to 8-3-2.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Field Level Media / October 29

Pontus Holmberg’s 4-point night powers Lightning past Jets

Pontus Holmberg recorded a goal and three assists for a career-high four points, Anthony Cirelli scored and collected his 200th career assist as part of a four-goal second period, and the Tampa Bay Lightning defeated the visiting Winnipeg Jets 6-4 on Thursday night.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / The Hockey Writers / October 26

Syracuse Crunch Weekly Prospect Report: Gauthier, Pelletier, Furry

The Syracuse Crunch had three games in five days this past week, with two of them being on the road against the Laval Rocket and Lehigh Valley Phantoms, and one being home versus the Rochester Americans. The Crunch dropped the first game of the week, 6-1, against the Rocket; it was never really close.

Jakob Pelletier News / Inside The Rink / October 25