Tampa Bay Lightning star Nikita Kucherov has been named the NHL's Most Valuable Player for the second time in his career, taking home the prestigious Hart Trophy. Kucherov's impressive season has solidified his position as one of the league's top players, with the 27-year-old winger leading the Lightning to a strong campaign and cementing his reputation as a force to be reckoned with on the ice. With this latest honor, Kucherov joins an elite group of players who have won the Hart Trophy multiple times, including legends like Wayne Gretzky and Gordie Howe. The award is a testament to Kucherov's exceptional skill and dedication to the sport, and is sure to be a highlight of his already impressive career.

Lightning's Nikita Kucherov wins the Hart Trophy as NHL MVP, his second such honor  Newsday