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Lightning star Nikita Kucherov to miss 8-10 weeks
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Tampa Bay Lightning's Nikita Kucherov returns to lineup after missing 32 games - ESPN
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Nikita Kucherov's hat trick helps Lightning trounce Sabres
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Lightning benefit from exploiting cap loophole with Nikita Kucherov – Orlando Sentinel
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Lightning's Nikita Kucherov returns to lineup for Game 7 against Islanders
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Stanley Cup Finals Game 4: Lightning vs. Avalanche Injury Report
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N.H.L. Enters Another Abbreviated Season - The New York Times
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No Update': Cooper Mum on Kucherov Status for Game 7 vs. Islanders
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Eichel Out Months; How the Golden Knights can 'Kucherov' & Circumvent Salary Cap