Kucherov became the best scorer in the history of the NHL club and the second star of the day
Kucherov broke Stamkos' record, scoring a 1,138th point for Tampa. The three stars of the day also included hat-trick author Baterson from Ottawa and teammate Ovechkin Tak, who made the double
Russian striker Nikita Kucherov became the best scorer in the history of the NHL club Tampa Bay Lightning, having recorded an effective transfer in the regular championship match with Utah Mammot.
Tampa lost in overtime 4-5. Kucherov participated in the third goal of his team in the 13th minute.
For Kucherov, the scored point was 1138th for the Tampa (405 goals, 733 assists), he broke the record of Stephen Stamkos, who now plays for the Nashville Predators.
At Utah, the double was issued by 21-year-old Dmitry Simashev. For the first time in history, a Utah player scored for the club the first two goals of his career in one game. At the same time, the Russian became the second youngest player of the club, who distinguished himself in overtime, after Dylan Gunter in 2024.
The NHL recognized Kucherov as the second star of the game day.
The best player was the forward of the “Ottawa Senators” Drake Baterson (hat-trick and transfer in the winning match with the “New York Rangers” – 7: 4), the three stars were closed by Washington Capitals forward Alex Tuck (double in the game with the “Buffalo Sabres” – 4: 3 after overtime).
