Top stars Brady Tkachuk and Nikita Kucherov are making headlines for all the wrong reasons, as they've been named to the 2026 NHL playoffs all-bust team. Despite being two of the league's most talented players, Tkachuk and Kucherov failed to deliver on the biggest stage, leaving fans and pundits alike wondering what went wrong. The all-bust team, which recognizes players who underperformed in the playoffs, is a stark contrast to the all-stars who shone brightly in the postseason. With their teams falling short of their championship aspirations, Tkachuk and Kucherov will be looking to redeem themselves in the coming season.
Brady Tkachuk and Nikita Kucherov lead the 2026 NHL playoffs all-bust team The New York Times
