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Gretzky. Cooper. Point. Hedman.
All said it in various ways—new #GoBolts all-time points leader Nikita Kucherov is among the best in NHL history.
“We’re all blessed and awed by his skill”
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Kucherov's Record, Coop's Catch & Hometown Remix Jersey Teaser | Into The Blue - October 27, 2026 with @Gabby_Shirley_ and @BenjaminJReport xitter.cf/i/broadcasts/1aJbdEjMM…
Stick taps and “Kuuuuuch” chants to end #GoBolts practice today as Nikita Kucherov takes center stage for the stretch after becoming the franchise’s all-time points leader
#GoBolts forwards Brandon Hagel, Anthony Cirelli and Zemgus Girgensons all have the day off (body maintenance).
Out for practice this morning, and the #GoBolts are breaking in some new gear 👀
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#GoBolts coach Jon Cooper’s benefit fishing tournament Monday raised $500,000 for pediatric cancer research & patient support. Since 2016, it has raised more than $2 million.
Reporting from Coop’s boat at Coop’s Catch For Kids in this @TB_Times story: tampabay.com/sports/lightnin…
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Team Gourde reeled in some new hardware 🎣
With a combined length of 70.5", they are this year's Grand Slam winners!
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prior to getting on the boats, Hagel told us he thought Sabourin, Carlson, or Hedman would catch the biggest fish because "they do a little on the side fishing so they talk a pretty big game"
Hagel actually took home a trophy for catching the second largest snook while the other three were winless
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the star of our show today: Charle-Edouard D'Astous
yes, he has already caught a fish … a trout !!
Today's set to be a busy day for the @TBLightning despite no practice.
After supporting the 2026 Coop's Catch for Kids fundraiser this morning, the #GoBolts players are also heading to Game 3 of the World Series tonight to support the Tampa Bay Rays.
Some early picks for the #GoBolts fishing champion today:
Jon Cooper said today’s his day, it’s his turn for a win. He joked he doesn’t know if he’s caught nine fish over the nine years they’ve held the tourney.
Hagel’s going with one of Sabourin, Carlson or Hedman: “I think they do a little on the side fishing, so they talk a pretty big game. One of those three is my guess.”
#GoBolts Brandon Hagel this morning on being part of Coop’s Catch for Kids: “It means everything. I think these are the things we look forward to. I think just seeing and putting a smile on these kids' faces, I can't put myself in their shoes, but I try to as much as I can. I just want to come out here, put a smile on kids' faces. That's the most important part. That's the best part of this day. Hopefully they have some fun, and we always have fun as well.”
#GoBolts Jon Cooper on Coop’s Catch: “The great part about this is you're with the kids and you get to go fishing with them. The super difficult part is the kids that we've lost in the last few years, and the reason we have this tournament is so that we don't ever lose kids. When we stop losing the kids, then we can stop having the tournament.”
Today is Coop’s Catch for Kids, the annual fishing tournament fundraiser run by #GoBolts Coach Jon Cooper that benefits pediatric cancer research and patient services.
“Never in my wildest dreams did I ever think it would become as big as it is now…This is two of my favorite days of the year, and it’s super cool because of how much the kids benefit and how much the players care. It’s just a great match, and it’s so much fun—other than the fact that I never catch fish (laughs). That’s a tough one.”
#GoBolts Brandon Hagel this morning on being part of Coop’s Catch for Kids: “It means everything. I think these are the things we look forward to. I think just seeing and putting a smile on these kids' faces, I can't put myself in their shoes, but I try to as much as I can. I just want to come out here, put a smile on kids' faces. That's the most important part. That's the best part of this day. Hopefully they have some fun, and we always have fun as well.”
Today is Coop’s Catch for Kids, the annual fishing tournament fundraiser run by #GoBolts Coach Jon Cooper that benefits pediatric cancer research and patient services.
“Never in my wildest dreams did I ever think it would become as big as it is now…This is two of my favorite days of the year, and it’s super cool because of how much the kids benefit and how much the players care. It’s just a great match, and it’s so much fun—other than the fact that I never catch fish (laughs). That’s a tough one.”
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“No one’s more deserving.”
@BenjaminJReport dives into Kucherov’s historic 1,138th point ⤵️ tbl.co/KuchPointsLeader
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Saturday’s AHL Three Stars of the Night ⤵️
⭐️ Jakob Pelletier @SyracuseCrunch
⭐️⭐️ Dominik Shine @griffinshockey
⭐️⭐️⭐️ Josh Kotai @hammersahl
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"I appreciate everyone who's played with me and been part of it. It means a lot." - Kuch on his milestone
@BenjaminJReport has more: tbl.co/backcheck-10-24
Kucherov on former #GoBolts teammate Steven Stamkos' impact on him on his way to being the franchise's all-time leading scorer: "He's been really good on and off the ice, and he's the reason why I have so many points. He's been putting them in the net so many times, and I had such a great time playing with him, and having him on the power play. He's been a big part of my success, and I can't thank him enough. Just a great guy."
N1K1TA: History!!!
That assist is the 1,138th career point for @TBLightning forward Nikita Kucherov, passing former teammate Steven Stamkos for most in #GoBolts franchise history.
Yet another world class achievement for No. 86, congrats to Kuch!
#GoBolts Kucherov when asked about the record after tonight's game: "That's fine. I mean, we just lost the game. Tough one. I don't even know what to think. But it means a lot. I appreciate everyone who played with me and been part of it. It means a lot."
