NHL Rumours: Kucherov Trade Request, Dunn Extension Talks & Robertson Staying - The Hockey Writers NHL Rumors Latest News, Analysis & More

Nikita Kucherov landing spots: Leafs, Oilers & four other trade destinations for Lightning star

Nikita Kucherov has told the Tampa Bay Lightning he will not re-sign and wants a trade, with Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman first reporting the request Friday.

NHL Rumours: Kucherov Trade Request, Dunn Extension Talks & Robertson Staying - The Hockey Writers NHL Rumors Latest News, Analysis & More

In today’s NHL rumours, we start off with a massive Friday news drop, where it was reported that Nikita Kucherov will not be re-signing with the Tampa Bay Lightning and…

Maple Leafs vs. Canucks: Tanev Returns, Kucherov Trade News

The Maple Leafs could get defenseman Chris Tanev back Saturday against Vancouver, while Dakota Joshua may make his debut. The Canucks, meanwhile, placed Filip Chytil on injured reserve and called up former Leafs forward Jacob Quillan. Elsewhere, reports say Nikita Kucherov has told Tampa Bay he won’t re-sign and wants a trade.

Report: Nikita Kucherov's Lightning Future in Doubt

One of the NHL’s biggest superstars reportedly wants out, and a Nikita Kucherov trade request could soon force the Tampa Bay Lightning into a franchise-altering decision. According to a stunning report Friday afternoon, Nikita Kucherov has informed the Lightning that he does not intend to re-sign with the organization and wants to be traded. The development comes just days after the 33-year-old winger passed Steven Stamkos to become Tampa Bay’s …