Jake Guentzel approaches 700 career points with Lightning
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 1:47 AM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
Tampa Bay Lightning forward Jake Guentzel is set to enter the 2026-27 NHL season with 659 career points, needing just 41 more to reach 700. Guentzel had a productive 2025-26 season, scoring 38 goals and achieving career highs with 50 assists and 88 points in 81 games. He has consistently tallied at least 73 points in each of the last five seasons, positioning him as a key player for the Lightning in the upcoming season. Staying healthy will be crucial for him to achieve this milestone.
- •Guentzel scored 38 goals and 50 assists last season.
- •He has 659 career points entering the new season.
- •Guentzel needs 41 points to reach 700 career points.
- •He has posted at least 73 points in five consecutive seasons.
- •The 2026-27 NHL season begins soon for the Lightning.
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