Kucherov and Vasilevskiy Named to NHL First All-Star Team
Key Questions
Who from the Tampa Bay Lightning was named to the 2025-26 NHL First All-Star Team?
Nikita Kucherov and Andrei Vasilevskiy were both voted to the NHL First All-Star Team. This marks another honor for the Lightning duo and confirms their status among the league's elite.
How many first-place votes did Nikita Kucherov receive for the All-Star Team?
Kucherov received 196 out of 197 first-place votes. This near-unanimous support highlights his standout performance during the season.
What is notable about Andrei Vasilevskiy's All-Star Team selection?
Vasilevskiy ties Connor Hellebuyck for the most First Team selections among active goalies. All six players on the First Team have previously received this honor.
Which NHL teams had the most players on the 2025-26 First All-Star Team?
The Colorado Avalanche, Edmonton Oilers, and Tampa Bay Lightning each had two players named to the First Team. The NHL announced both the First and Second All-Star Teams on the same day.
Has the Lightning duo been recognized on All-Star Teams before?
Yes, both Kucherov and Vasilevskiy have received the honor in prior seasons. Their repeated selections underscore their consistent elite performance in the NHL.
Nikita Kucherov and Andrei Vasilevskiy were voted to the 2025-26 NHL First All-Star Team, confirming their elite status. Vasilevskiy ties Hellebuyck for most First Team selections among active goalies. A new article adds voting details (Kucherov 196/197 first-place votes).