During Saturday's game, Kulikov delivered a hit to Sheary's head in front of the Lightning's net early in the second period, resulting in a five-minute major penalty and a match penalty.
At 33 years old, Kulikov has recorded 16 assists in 64 games this season, marking his eighth season with the Panthers.
Originally drafted 14th overall by the Florida Panthers in the 2009 NHL Draft, Kulikov has also played for several other NHL teams including the Buffalo Sabres, Winnipeg Jets, New Jersey Devils, Edmonton Oilers, Minnesota Wild, Anaheim Ducks, and Pittsburgh Penguins, before returning to the Panthers this season.
