NHL's Reigning MVP Nikita Kucherov Reportedly Asks Lightning for Trade in Stunning Move

Tampa Bay Lightning star Nikita Kucherov, the reigning NHL MVP, has reportedly informed the team and his teammates that he will not re-sign when his contract expires after this season and has requested a trade. The team is currently performing well, but if the report is accurate, the Lightning will look to trade Kucherov rather than lose him without compensation. Potential trade partners may hesitate to pay a high price without assurances of re-signing the player.

• Nikita Kucherov, the reigning NHL MVP, has reportedly informed the Tampa Bay Lightning he will not re-sign.
• Kucherov has also reportedly asked the team for a trade.
• His current 8-year, $76 million deal ends after this season.
• The Lightning are currently third in the Atlantic Division.
• Kucherov has a modified no-trade clause.
• This season, Kucherov has 4 goals and 11 assists in 14 games.
• Last season, he recorded 130 points (44G, 86A).