Nikita Kucherov, the NHL's reigning MVP, has reportedly asked the Tampa Bay Lightning to trade him, sending shockwaves through the league.
Kucherov's trade request was filed with the Lightning on Tuesday.
The announcement comes as Tampa holds a 11-4-2 record and Kucherov remains a central offensive star for the team.
League insiders say the unprecedented request for a reigning MVP has sparked immediate speculation about his future destination.