Kucherov requests trade, cites communication issues with Lightning management

Daily Faceoff • 03 nov. 13h37

Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov has asked for a trade, citing poor communication and respect with general manager Julien BriseBois, and is unlikely to re-sign with Tampa Bay after the season.

theScore • 03 nov. 02h41

Nikita Kucherov has told the Tampa Bay Lightning he will not re-sign and is seeking a six-year deal worth at least $20 million per year, either via trade or free agency.

Sportsnet.ca • 02 nov. 22h06

Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov asked to be dealt, saying the decision was driven by poor communication and respect rather than salary, while the team expects him to continue playing at a high level.

Sportsnet.ca • 02 nov. 18h36

Nikita Kucherov said his trade request stemmed from poor communication and respect with the Lightning organization, while the team said it has no intention of trading him.

NHL.com • 02 nov. 18h25

Nikita Kucherov said his request for a trade from the Tampa Bay Lightning stems from poor communication and respect, not salary, and confirmed he remains with the team for now.

TSN • 31 oct. 14h59

Nikita Kucherov is set to play against the Nashville Predators despite recent trade requests, while the Lightning say they have no plans to move him.

Sportsnet.ca • 31 oct. 13h08

Reigning MVP Nikita Kucherov has asked to be traded as he approaches unrestricted free agency, prompting Tampa Bay general manager Julien BriseBois to affirm the team has no intention of moving him while weighing future cap considerations.

NHL.com • 31 oct. 02h51

General manager Julien BriseBois denied trade rumors about forward Nikita Kucherov, stating the Lightning have no intention of moving the player despite recent media reports.

Pro Hockey Rumors • 31 oct. 02h13

Reigning MVP Nikita Kucherov is said to have told the Lightning he will not sign an extension and has requested a trade, while the team says it has no intention of moving the player.

theScore • 31 oct. 01h41

General manager Julien BriseBois said the Tampa Bay Lightning have no plans to trade Nikita Kucherov, even as reports suggest the player wants a move before his contract expires.

Bleacher Report • 31 oct. 00h14

Nikita Kucherov has told the Tampa Bay Lightning he will not re-sign and is seeking a trade, according to reports.

Yahoo Sports • 30 oct. 23h59

Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov has asked to be traded and will not re-sign with the team, according to reports.