Kucherov has natural hat trick in Lightning's 8-3 romp over Sabres

TRENDINGNFL news, live updatesMisiorowski, Schlittler win Cy YoungsNFL midseason awardsRex Ryan arrestedSkubal suitors emergeStory byStory byKucherov has natural hat trick in Lightning's 8-3 romp over SabresJOE YERDON·Associated PressThu, November 12, 2026 at 3:06 AM UTC·1 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesLightning play the Sabres after Holmberg's 2-goal showingTampa Bay Lightning (11-4-2, in the Atlantic Division) vs. Buffalo Sabres (8-6-3, in the Atlantic Division)Buffalo, New York; Wednesday, 7 p.Associated PressBuffalo Sabres vs. Tampa Bay Lightning - Lineups, Injury Updates, And Game NotesSabres hoping to get back in the win column after a 4-1 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights on SundayThe Hockey News - Buffalo SabresLightning Have Little Incentive to Move KucherovThe Tampa Bay Lightning don't really have much of a reason to trade Nikita Kucherov this season, and the numbers show it. The post Lightning Have Little Incentive to Move Kucherov appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYAdvertisementAdvertisementSabres’ Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen Set for Key Test Against LightningThe Buffalo Sabres are most likely turning to a veteran goaltender in their quest to gain ground in the Atlantic Division.Per Rachel Lenzi, Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen manned the starter’s net on Wednesday during the Sabres’ optional morning skate. Daily Faceoff listed him as the “likely starter” in a pivotal Atlantic Division showdown with the Tampa Bay […] The post Sabres’ Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen Set for Key Test Against Lightning appeared first on HEAVY.HEAVYLightning vs Sabres Prediction, Picks, NHL Odds for Wednedsay, November 11Read our Lightning vs Sabres prediction, including picks and NHL odds for Wednesday, November 11Action NetworkNHL Rumor Roundup: Could The Wild Pursue Nikita Kucherov? Sharks Hunting Simon Edvinsson?The Minnesota Wild could be among the teams pursuing Tampa Bay Lightning winger Nikita Kucherov next summer if they don't re-sign Quinn Hughes, plus it's rumored the San Jose Sharks could have Detroit Red Wings defenseman Simon Edvinsson in their sights.The Hockey News2026-27 NHL Power Rankings: Bruins, Wild Surge as Hurricanes Stay StrongHow do all 32 teams in the NHL compare? Who has eyes set on the Stanley Cup? Who is treading […]SportsnautPens Points: Murashov staying mindfulHere are your Pens Points for this Wednesday morning… Former Pittsburgh Penguins forward Erik Christensen said he is at peace being remembered as a shootout specialist, a reputation he developed during his NHL career, with the Albertan converting 52.7% of his career shootout attempts, including 14 of 23 with Pittsburgh. Speaking with Seth Rorabaugh of […]SB NationKulich trying to work his way back for SabresBUFFALO — After a puck hit Sabres forward Jiri Kulich in the face during a practice late last month, forcing him to miss five games with a concussion, he joked he wondered if he had wronged someone. “I was telling myself, ‘What I did (do) to someone with my luck?’” Kulich told GNN Sports prior to Friday’s 5-2 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets in KeyBank Center, his first game since going down ...Niagara Gazette, Niagara Falls, N.Y.Sam O’Reilly Set to Make NHL Debut With LightningOn Tuesday, the Tampa Bay Lightning placed center Brayden Point on injured reserve with a lower-body injury.The Hockey News - Tampa Bay LightningSabres Have Trade Target To Consider In Young Capitals ForwardThe Sabres should be keeping an eye on this Capitals forward.The Hockey News - Buffalo SabresLightning Call Up Former Oilers First-Round PickThe Lightning are giving this former Oilers first-round pick a chance on their NHL roster.The Hockey News - Tampa Bay LightningNHL Power Rankings: Bruins Inching Closer To No. 1 Spot With Impressive StartAnother week in the NHL has come and gone, meaning it's time for Jason Chen to share his updated Power Rankings for all 32 teams.The Hockey News2 Sabres Potential Trade Targets From The PenguinsShould the Sabres consider targeting these Penguins forwards?The Hockey News - Buffalo SabresBrayden Point Placed on Injured Reserve by LightningOn Tuesday, the Tampa Bay Lightning placed center Brayden Point on injured reserve with a lower-body injury.The Hockey News - Tampa Bay LightningThis Trade Is Shaping Up As One Of The Worst Moves Of Sabres GM Kekalainen's Time In BuffaloBuffalo Sabres GM Jarmo Kekalainen traded away young goalie Devon Levi to the Edmonton Oilers this past summer, and this season, Levi has been thriving with the Oilers. Is this move a stain on the Kekalainen era? And is it a fireable offence?The Hockey News - Buffalo SabresHow Sam O'Reilly Can Maximize His Opportunity with Brayden Point OutThe young standout, acquired from Edmonton, gets his first call-up to the big leagues for the LightningTampa Bay Lightning On SIJuuse Saros Named Third Star of the WeekOn Monday, the NHL announced their Three Stars of the Week which included Nashville Predators goaltender Juuse Saros.The Hockey News - Nashville PredatorsPens Points: Not So Special TeamsVery little has gone right for the Pittsburgh Penguins through 18 games this season, but one of the most glaring issues has been the special teams play. What was a strength of the team last season that helped propel them back to the Stanley Cup playoffs, has become a major liability that is burying them […]SB NationDraisaitl scores twice as Oilers beat Rangers 3-1 for a season-series sweepEDMONTON, Alberta (AP) — Leon Draisaitl scored twice, Connor McDavid also had a goal and the Edmonton Oilers held off the New York Rangers 3-1 on Monday night to sweep their season series.Devon Levi made 28 saves in improving to 8-1-0 for the Oilers (13-3-3), who won 4-1 in New York on Nov.Associated Press