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The Tampa Bay Lightning were founded in 1992 by a group led by NHL legend Phil Esposito. The team’s first game was played on Oct. 7, 1992, versus the Chicago Blackhawks and resulted in a 7-4 victory. Throughout its history, the team has reached the playoffs 15 times and won three Stanley Cups—2004, 2020, and 2021. They have reached two additional Stanley Cup Finals, once in 2015 and again in 2022. They are one of the NHL’s most successful franchises the 2010s and 2020s.

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Reasons the Lightning Are in a 3-0 Hole to the Panthers
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It is not easy for me to write this article. The Tampa Bay Lightning are down 3-0 against the Florida Panthers in the first round, and, call me pessimistic, but I have a sinking feeling a sweep is imminent. The Panthers deserve all the credit that can be given because they look like a Stanley Cup contender — the team is simply built for postseason success. The Lightning, however, have not done themselves any favors. Sure, there have been flashes of resiliency and tantalizing stretches that make you think this is the same Lightning team that won back-to-back Stanley Cups….

Panthers Take Commanding Lead With Game 3 Victory Over the Lightning
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The Florida Panthers got two goals from Matthew Tkachuk and defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 5-3 on Thursday (April 25) to take a commanding 3-0 lead in their playoff series. The Panthers jumped out early in the game, getting a goal from Tkachuk. This was a good omen for the Panthers, as they owned a .792 win percentage in road games where they opened the scoring in 2023-24, which trailed only the Winnipeg Jets (.933) and St. Louis Blues (.842) for the highest among all teams. With that goal, Tkachuk became one of 12 U.S.-born players in NHL history with…

Projected Lineups for the Panthers vs Lightning – Game 3
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The Florida Panthers take on the Tampa Bay Lightning at Amalie Arena tonight for Game 3 of their first-round series. Here are the projected/expected lineups, sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. Related: 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs Round 1 Hub (1A) PANTHERS at (1WC) LIGHTNING Eastern Conference First Round, Game 3 7 p.m. ET, MAX, TBS, BSFLX, BSSUN, BSFL, TVAS2, SN Florida leads best-of-7 series 2-0  Panthers projected lineup Vladimir Tarasenko — Aleksander Barkov — Sam Reinhart Carter Verhaeghe — Anton Lundell — Matthew Tkachuk Eetu Luostarinen — Kevin Stenlund — Evan Rodrigues Nick Cousins — Steven Lorentz — Kyle Okposo Gustav…

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Today in Hockey History: April 23
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Some of the National Hockey League’s “Original Six” teams made postseason memories on this date. However, there are plenty of the league’s newer franchises that made their mark on Stanley Cup Playoff history on April 23, as well. Let’s begin our daily trip back in time to relive all the…

2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs Bracket
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Follow every game of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs with insightful opinions, highlights, and breaking news. Whether your favorite team is battling for the most coveted trophy in professional sports, or you are a fan looking to cheer on former players chasing their dream in another jersey, this is the…

 

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Lightning FAQ

What year were the Tampa Bay Lightning founded?

The Tampa Bay Lightning were founded in 1992 by a group led by NHL legend Phil Esposito.

When did the Tampa Bay Lightning play their first game?

The team’s first game was played on Oct. 7, 1992, versus the Chicago Blackhawks and resulted in a 7-4 victory.

Who is the current head coach of the Tampa Bay Lightning?

Jon Cooper is the current head coach for the Tampa Bay Lightning.