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Nikita Kucherov's quick OT goal lifts Lightning past Golden Knights

Nikita Kucherov scored 32 seconds into overtime as the Tampa Bay Lightning won for the second straight day on home ice, beating the Vegas Golden Knights 2-1 on Sunday.

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Lightning’s Nikita Kucherov Remains Underrated Despite Recording 1,000 Points

For 12 seasons, Tampa Bay Lightning right wing Nikita Kucherov has quietly put together a Hall of Fame résumé without a ton of fanfare. Kucherov has already lifted the Stanley Cup twice, captured three Art Ross Trophies and one Hart Trophy.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Breakaway on SI / October 26

Lightning Superstar and HC Add Another Legendary Achievement

Tampa Bay Lightning superstar Nikita Kucherov recorded a historic milestone in the team’s 4-3 win over the Anaheim Ducks. The 32-year-old winger notched a pair of assists to help fuel their victory, and in the process he became the 101st player in NHL history to reach 1,000 career points.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Daily Faceoff / October 25

Lightning winger Nikita Kucherov records 1,000th NHL point

Tampa Bay Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov recorded the 1,000th point of his National Hockey League career in the second period of Saturday’s game against the Anaheim Ducks.

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How many of the Maurice Richard trophy winners since the award was first given out in 1998-99 can you name in five minutes?

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Nikita Kucherov News / ESPN / October 25

Kucherov tops 1,000 points with 2 assists in win

Nikita Kucherov became the third-fastest active player to record his 1,000th career point with an assist in the second period of the Tampa Bay Lightning's 4-3 win over the Anaheim Ducks Saturday, and later, he assisted on Anthony Cirelli's deciding goal.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Field Level Media / October 25

Nikita Kucherov scores 1,000th point as Lightning edge Ducks

Anthony Cirelli scored a go-ahead power-play goal with 3:15 left, Nikita Kucherov and Victor Hedman recorded milestone points and the Tampa Bay Lightning were victorious for the first time on home ice, 4-3, over the Anaheim Ducks on Saturday.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 25

Lightning Beat Ducks, First Home Win During Night of Milestones

The Tampa Bay Lightning took down the Anaheim Ducks, 4-3, to pick up their first win on home ice this season. It was a tight bout that had multiple career milestones help lead them to victory.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / The Hockey Writers / October 25

Nikita Kucherov Scores 1000th Career Point vs. Ducks

Nikita Kucherov has reached another milestone in his career, recording his 1000th career point against the Anaheim Ducks. He now sits just 137 points behind former Tampa Bay Lightning captain Steven Stamkos for the franchise lead in points.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Sporting News / October 25

Lightning's Nikita Kucherov, Victor Hedman each reach gargantuan career milestones vs. Ducks

The two legends joined in the fun together.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / October 25

NHL Predictions: October 25th Tampa Bay Lightning vs Anaheim Ducks

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.

NHL News / Raw Charge / October 24

Lightning lose late to Blackhawks, 3-2

When you have to write 82+ recaps over the course of the season, there are times you hope for the dramatic narrative to develop at some point during the game so that the job is a little easier.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Daily Faceoff / October 23

Mired in slump, do the Tampa Bay Lightning still have 'it?'

If time moves quickly in the world of sports, it operates at warp speed in the NHL. It was just last winter that the 4 Nations Face-Off, the Mikko Rantanen saga, and the unholy alliance between Brad Marchand and the Florida Panthers were all crammed into a dizzying six-week stretch.

Dominic James News / Daily Faceoff / October 23

Lightning’s Dominic James will make NHL debut Thursday against Blackhawks

Tampa Bay Lightning head coach Jon Cooper told reporters Thursday that forward Dominic James will make his NHL debut against the Chicago Blackhawks. The news comes one day after the Lightning recalled James from their AHL affiliate, the Syracuse Crunch.

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Dominic James News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 22

Lightning recall forward Dominic James for NHL debut

James, 23, was originally a draft pick of the Chicago Blackhawks at the 2022 NHL Entry Draft, selected in the sixth round, 173rd overall.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 22

Out to shake slow start, Lightning face upstart Blackhawks

Intent on emerging from their early-season struggles, the Tampa Bay Lightning will open a three-game homestand with a visit from the Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / The Hockey Writers / October 22

Diving Into the Lightning’s Early Season Struggles

The Tampa Bay Lightning find themselves in unfamiliar territory, or at least territory they haven’t experienced in a long time. They currently sit at the bottom of the Eastern Conference.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / October 20

Major Issue Plaguing Lightning, Senators’ Poor Starts

The Ottawa Senators and Tampa Bay Lightning are dealing with a major issue as they start the 2025-2026 campaign. Two playoff teams from the Atlantic Division last season, the Sens and Lightning are off to poor starts this season.

Victor Hedman News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 18

Lightning’s Victor Hedman shrugs off missed scoring chance in OT loss to Red Wings

The Tampa Bay Lightning did not have Nikita Kucherov on the ice for Friday’s matchup with the Detroit Red Wings. It was a brutal blow for a Tampa team still trying to find its footing early in the season.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 17

Lightning place rookie defenseman on injured reserve

The Tampa Bay Lightning have placed rookie defenseman Maxwell Crozier on injured reserve.

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NHL News / Inside The Rink / October 17

ECHL: Orlando Solar Bears Announce 2025–26 Season-Opening Roster

The Orlando Solar Bears have announced their 2025–26 Season-Opening Roster ahead of the franchise’s 14th season in the ECHL. The team begins the new campaign tonight, hosting the Florida Everblades at the Kia Center with puck drop scheduled for 7:00 PM (EDT).

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Inside The Rink / October 15

ECHL: Orlando Solar Bears Make Series of Moves

The Orlando Solar Bears, ECHL affiliate of the Tampa Bay Lightning, announced several roster moves on Tuesday as the team continues preparations for Opening Night at Kia Center.

Jack LaFontaine News / Inside The Rink / October 13

ECHL: Goaltender Jack LaFontaine returns to Kansas City

On Monday afternoon, the Coachella Valley Firebirds announced the team was loaning goaltender Jack LaFontaine to the Kansas City Mavericks. Though LaFontaine has spent most of the last two seasons with the Mavericks, the Firebirds re-signed him to a one-year AHL contract through this season.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Last Word On Sports / October 6

Suspensions Handed Out to Tampa Bay Lightning Players

After a wild preseason finale between the Florida Panthers and Tampa Bay Lightning, suspensions and discipline have been handed out. The NHL announced on Monday that both J.J.