Kucherov's Hat Trick Leads Lightning to Victory Over Flyers

Tampa Bay Lightning continues winning streak as Philadelphia Flyers grapple with goaltending changes

Nikita Kucherov of the Tampa Bay Lightning scored three goals and an assist in a 6-3 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers, moving him into the NHL lead with 80 points.
The Lightning have won six of their last seven games, with contributions from Brayden Point and Brandon Hagel, each scoring a goal and an assist in the recent match.
Philadelphia Flyers, on a three-game losing streak, saw goals from Jaime Drysdale and Cam York, and a goal and an assist from Cam Atkinson.
Samuel Ersson, who made 15 saves in his second consecutive start for the Flyers, is likely to continue as the team's main goaltender following Carter Hart's indefinite leave of absence for personal reasons.
The Lightning are set to host Arizona next, while the Flyers will travel to Detroit.