Kucherov Reaches 1000 Points As Lightning Edge Ducks 4-3

Nikita Kucherov reached a major milestone by recording his 1,000th career point during the Tampa Bay Lightning's 4-3 victory over the Anaheim Ducks, making him the third-fastest active player to do so. The milestone assist came in the second period, setting up Jake Guentzel's goal, with the team celebrating the achievement on the ice. Anthony Cirelli scored twice, including the game-winning power-play goal in the final minutes, while Victor Hedman and Brandon Hagel also reached career point milestones during the game. Backup goalie Jonas Johansson made 37 saves, helping Tampa Bay secure their first home win of the season and end a four-game losing streak. Anaheim's goals were scored by Troy Terry, Jacob Trouba, and Ryan Poehling, but the Ducks lost in regulation for the first time in four games. Kucherov has been a consistent elite scorer, with multiple 100-point seasons and is now close to overtaking former teammate Steven Stamkos as the franchise leader in points.