Kucherov's 100th Point: Poetry on Ice

0:00You're listening to NHL News Today, subscribe now for fast daily updates on your team. Tampa Bay Lightning dominated the Toronto Maple Leafs with a 5-2 win on Sunday thanks to Nikita Kacherov. The star-right-winger Tally 4 points to reach his 100th point of the season. He's the third player to hit that mark this year, doing it for the 4th straight season and the 6th time in his 12-year career. Kucherov already boasts two Stanley Cups, a heart trophy, two Ted Lindsay Awards, and three Art Ross trophies, including the last two years. His teammates and coach can't say enough about his talent. Lightning coach John Cooper called his play poetry on ice, while Winger Brandon Hagle labeled him the best in the world for his work ethic and skill. Right now, Kucherov sits third in league points, just three behind Nathan McKinnon and six back from Conor McDavid, that keeps him in the hunt for a third straight Art Ross trophy. In 57 games, he has 32 goals and leads the NHL with 1.75 per game.

1:03Despite his brilliance, he often flies under the radar outside Tampa Bay. This episode is proudly sponsored by our partner. If earbuds fall out when you sleep, this is for you, a pillow with built-in sound, S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com.