Nikita Kucherov Struck by Illness
Source: Sportsnet

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October 18, 2025
Tampa Bay Lightning right wing Nikita Kucherov missed Friday's 2-1 overtime loss to the Detroit Red Wings due to illness. He was a late scratch for the contest, with Jack Finley stepping into the lineup. Gage Goncalves moved up to the first line. The Lightning clearly missed Kucherov, as they were almost shut out in the contest. There's no time off for the team, with a matchup against the Columbus Blue Jackets coming up on Saturday, and fantasy managers should consider Kucherov questionable for the clash. Goncalves, who has logged three assists in five games this season, could see increased usage again if Kucherov remains out.--Taavi Pailk
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