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Lightning Tie Franchise Points Record
Nikita Kucherov ties Lightning's all-time points record in 6-2 win over Golden Knights.
In brief
Nikita Kucherov ties Lightning's all-time points record in 6-2 win over Golden Knights. Tampa Bay Lightning's Nikita Kucherov tied franchise points record with Steven Stamkos, now likely to surpass him by road trip end. Originally reported by Tampa Bay Lightning On SI.
Road Trip Start
Tampa Bay Lightning began three-game road trip with 6-2 victory over Vegas Golden Knights.
Dominant Performance
Scored six goals including four unassisted and five even strength, on only 21 shots.
Special Teams Boost
Converted one-third power plays and defended all four golden knights chances.
Kucherov's Historic Moment
Tied franchise points record with Steven Stamkos, now likely to surpass him by road trip end.
Stamkos' Legacy
Stamkos spent 16 seasons in Tampa Bay with 1,137 points including 555 goals and 582 assists.
Kucherov's Impact
Kucherov recorded two assists and a 1-1 breakaway goal in game.
Other Notes
Anthony Cirelli became 10th Bolt to score 150 goals, three players had +3 rating.
Next Game
Tampa Bay Lightning will face Colorado Avalanche on Friday night for momentum boost.
The essence
Tampa Bay Lightning's Nikita Kucherov tied franchise points record with Steven Stamkos, now likely to surpass him by road trip end.
