Four points from Kucherov and Sergachev ensured Tampa victory over Minnesot
Kirill Kaprizov scored, but failed to save the team from defeat.
The Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Minnesota Wild 4-2 in a home NHL game.
As part of the hosts, the puck and an assist were on the account of the Russian striker Nikita Kucherov, defender Mikhail Sergachev made two assists. Goalkeeper Andrey Vasilevsky saved 33 shots.
Forward Kirill Kaprizov scored the puck for the guests.
Malkin's three points helped Pittsburgh beat Florida.