Tampa Bay Lightning vs San Jose Sharks Recap
PublishedJanuary 4, 2026,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:January 4, 2026 ,

NHL Recap: Tampa Bay Lightning vs San Jose Sharks – 1/3/26

The Tampa Bay Lightning played against the San Jose Sharks at the SAP Center. The game took place on Saturday, January 3, 2026. The Lightning won 7-3.

Nikita Kucherov was a standout player for the Lightning. He scored one goal and had four assists. Darren Raddysh also made a big impact with three goals. The Lightning’s win keeps them at the second spot in the Eastern Conference.

The game between the Tampa Bay Lightning and the San Jose Sharks started with no goals in the first two periods. Both teams were unable to break through the defense, keeping the score at 0-0. The action picked up significantly in the third period.

Tampa Bay found their rhythm in the final period, scoring seven goals. Nikita Kucherov was instrumental, with one goal and four assists. Darren Raddysh added three goals to Tampa Bay’s tally. San Jose managed to score three goals, all by Pavol Regenda. Despite their efforts, the Sharks couldn’t catch up to the Lightning’s strong finish.

  • Nikita Kucherov stood out for the Tampa Bay Lightning. He scored one goal and had four assists. His performance helped the Lightning secure their win.
  • Darren Raddysh also played a key role for Tampa Bay. He scored three goals, contributing significantly to the team’s seven-goal total.
  • Brayden Point added to Tampa Bay’s success with one goal and one assist. His efforts helped keep the Lightning’s offense strong.
  • For the San Jose Sharks, Pavol Regenda was a standout. He scored all three goals for the Sharks. His six shots on goal showed his efforts to lead the team.
  • Jeff Skinner provided two assists for the Sharks. His playmaking was crucial in setting up scoring opportunities.
  • Macklin Celebrini contributed with one assist and five shots on goal. His play added depth to the Sharks’ offensive efforts.

What’s Next

The Tampa Bay Lightning improved their record to 24-13-3 after their game against the San Jose Sharks. This win keeps them in second place in the Eastern Conference. The Lightning are in a strong position as they continue their season.

The San Jose Sharks hold a record of 20-17-3 following their game with the Lightning. They are currently in eighth place in the Western Conference. The Sharks will need to push forward in their upcoming games to climb higher in the standings.

The Tampa Bay Lightning will play their next game on Tuesday, January 06. They will face the Colorado Avalanche at home. The game will take place at Benchmark International Arena.

The San Jose Sharks also have their next game on Tuesday, January 06. They will host the Columbus Blue Jackets at the SAP Center. The game is set to start at 10:00 PM.

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