Kucherov to Play vs. Flyers Despite Undisclosed Injury

Nikita Kucherov (undisclosed) is confirmed to be in the lineup for the Tampa Bay Lightning against Philadelphia on Monday, per Eduardo A. Encina. He will maintain his usual first-line role and spot on the No. 1 power-play unit. Despite sustaining an injury against the Capitals on Saturday, the veteran winger still managed to record three points in that game, extending his impressive point streak to five consecutive games.