Lightning's Nikita Kucherov: Begins skating

Kucherov (hip) has begun skating, Joe Smith of The Athletic reports.

Kucherov is "right on track" in his recovery and is expected to be fully healthy in time for the playoffs. The 27-year-old winger racked up 33 goals and 85 points in 68 games last campaign, so he'll be a popular pick in postseason pools.