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Raddysh Hat Trick Powers Lightning Past Sharks
4 Jan
Summary
- Lightning secured a commanding 7-3 victory over the Sharks.
- Nikita Kucherov contributed five points in the dominant performance.
- Darren Raddysh recorded a rare hat-trick for a defenseman.

The Tampa Bay Lightning showcased a formidable offensive display, securing a resounding 7-3 victory against the San Jose Sharks on Saturday. This win marked the Lightning's seventh consecutive victory, pushing their season record to an impressive 25-13-3. The team established an early lead, scoring three goals within the first seven minutes of play.
Key to the win was the outstanding performance by Nikita Kucherov, who recorded a remarkable five points through a goal and four assists. Defenseman Darren Raddysh also made history, becoming only the third defenseman in franchise history to achieve a hat-trick. Goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy provided solid support with 19 saves.
The Lightning's offensive surge continued throughout the game, with goals from Brayden Point, Brandon Hagel, and Dominic James adding to the commanding lead. The Sharks managed three goals, including a hat-trick from Regenda, but were ultimately outmatched by Tampa Bay's relentless attack. The Lightning are set to host the Colorado Avalanche next.




