Kucherov extended his point streak to five games (two goals, four assists). One of Thursday's helpers came on the power play, where 32 of his 79 points have come. That makes Kucherov the top ...
In his latest 32 Thoughts column, NHL insider Elliotte Friedman specifically mentioned the Lightning as a team he could see targeting Buffalo Sabres winger Alex Tuch if he is made available.
Guentzel opened the scoring on the power play at the mid-point of the first period when he poked in a loose puck off a rebound. He has six goals, four assists and 33 shots in his last 11 games.