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Nikita Kucherov Shines, Bruins Extend Point Streak, Top Highlights from March 9

The two best teams in the Atlantic Division found themselves under the National Hockey League spotlight once again Saturday night.

The Tampa Bay Lightning, who are cruising toward the Presidents' Trophy, experienced a bit of franchise history created by Nikita Kucherov in their victory over Detroit.

Meanwhile in Boston, the Bruins extended their point streak to 19 games in a thrilling 3-2 win over Ottawa.

Five of Saturday's 12 games were decided by one goal, with four of those results being of the 3-2 variety.

In one of the 3-2 results, San Jose moved into the top spot in the Western Conference and became the first team in the West to reach 90 points.