Lightning not focused on ‘Stanley Cup or bust’ as they get set to open playoffs against Blue Jackets Globe_Sports
In this Feb. 18, 2019, file photo, Tampa Bay Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov controls the puck against Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski, during a game in Columbus, Ohio.More than a decade into a stellar career, Steven Stamkos is still chasing his first Stanley Cup championship.
“Everyone likes talking about Stanley Cup or bust. We’re focused on the Columbus Blue Jackets. We’re not focused on that,” Stamkos said. “We have a job to do against a very good hockey team.” Columbus, which bolstered its roster at the trade deadline with the addition of Matt Duchene, is coached by John Tortorella, who led Tampa Bay to the Stanley Cup title 15 years ago. The Blue Jackets won seven of 10 down the stretch to earn the final playoff spot in the East.
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