Tampa Bay Lightning center Anthony Cirelli (71) prepares before a face off during an NHL hockey game against the Dallas Stars in Dallas, Thursday, March 20, 2025. (AP Photo/Gareth Patterson)
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TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Nikita Kucherov had a goal and two assists to lead the Tampa Bay Lightning over the Pittsburgh Penguins 6-1 on Tuesday night.
Anthony Cirelli scored twice in the first period, Brandon Hagel and Ryan McDonagh both had a goal and an assist. Brayden Point also scored for Tampa Bay. Andrei Vasilevskiy finished with 14 saves.
Tristan Jarry started in net for the Penguins but was pulled 16 minutes into the first period after allowing four goals on seven shots.