WASHINGTON, D.C. — Steven Stamkos wasn’t scoring, but no one was questioning his leadership or calling for the ‘C’ to be ripped off jersey. But after last year’s face plant, when Stamkos played only 17 games because of a knee injury and Tampa Bay failed to make the playoffs, the motivation is to win now. Heading into the All-Star Game, Kucherov led all scorers with 64 points; Stamkos was tied for third with 58. That he was able to answer the bell in Game 3 bodes well for the Lightning — regardless of their depth. That says a lot right there.”NOT SO SECRET WEAPONThe one-timer that Steven Stamkos unleashed to score in Game 3 was nothing new.

Source: National Post May 16, 2018 21:56 UTC