Lightning Break Losing Streak Against Penguins with 3-1 Victory

NHL Points Leader Nikita Kucherov Sets New Franchise Record in Tampa Bay's Win

Nikita Kucherov, the NHL points leader, scored a goal and an assist, setting a Tampa Bay franchise record with an 11-game assist streak.
Anthony Cirelli and Tanner Jeannot also scored for the Lightning, contributing to their 3-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Lightning's goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy made 24 saves, nearly achieving consecutive shutouts until Jake Guentzel scored in the final minute.
The Lightning broke a four-game home losing streak against the Penguins and five consecutive overall against them.
Pittsburgh Penguins have lost eight of their last 11 games, with their power play performance falling to 0 for 33 over the last 12 games.