Nikita Kucherov’s performance — specifically his inability to score goals — is a big reason for that. The NHL’s leading ...

Edmonton Oilers star forward Leon Draisaitl, Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck and Tampa Bay Lightning standout ...

Connor Hellebuyck, Leon Draisaitl and Nikita Kucherov battle for MVP after historic seasons (Image Source: Getty Images) There were three contestants for the MVP trophy for this season.

Tampa Bay Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov ... s most valuable player. Kucherov is joined by Edmonton Oilers forward Leon Draisaitl and Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck.

TAMPA — Lightning right wing Nikita Kucherov is one of three finalists ... and Winnipeg goaltender Connor Hellebuyck, who is the favorite to win the Vezina Trophy after leading the league ...