Tampa Bay Lightning center Brayden Point has joined an exclusive group of NHL players this season, becoming the fifth player to reach the 50-goal mark. Point now shares this distinction with fellow NHL stars Connor McDavid, David Pastrnak, Mikko Rantanen, and Leon Draisaitl. This impressive achievement showcases the incredible talent present in the league and adds another accolade to Point’s already impressive resume.
The 27-year-old center was selected by Tampa Bay in the third round of the 2014 NHL Draft and has since become an integral part of the team. In 82 games this season, Point scored 51 goals and recorded 45 assists for a total of 95 points. His offensive prowess played a crucial role in the Lightning’s back-to-back Stanley Cup victories, and his playoff performance has been nothing short of outstanding, with 78 points in 76 career playoff games.
As the regular season comes to a close, the Lightning will be looking to Brayden Point to continue his goal-scoring form in their upcoming playoff series against the Toronto Maple Leafs. This series is a rematch of the thrilling 2021-2022 playoffs that saw the Lightning advance in a nail-biting Game 7. Tampa Bay fans are hopeful that Point’s exceptional performance this season will be a driving force in their quest for another deep playoff run.
With five players reaching the 50-goal milestone this season, it’s evident that the NHL is home to an extraordinary level of talent. As these players continue to push the boundaries of what is possible on the ice, fans can look forward to even more breathtaking performances in the years to come.
