Sun Feb 23 22:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Lightning Star Kucherov Questionable for Kraken Game with Upper-Body Injury

**TAMPA, FL – February 22, 2025** – Tampa Bay Lightning star right winger Nikita Kucherov is listed as questionable for Thursday’s game against the Seattle Kraken due to an upper-body injury. The team announced the news today, casting uncertainty over the participation of their leading scorer.

Kucherov, currently sixth among NHL right wingers in goals (25) and leading the league in assists (57) and points (82) through 52 games this season, has been a key offensive force for the Lightning. His impressive offensive output includes 21 games with at least one goal and 35 games with at least one assist, highlighted by three multi-goal games and seventeen multi-assist games.

His status for the crucial matchup against Seattle remains uncertain as he continues to be evaluated. A final decision on his availability is expected closer to game time.

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