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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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Syracuse Crunch to Face Rochester Americans in AHL Playoffs
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Although the Syracuse Crunch were the first to secure their playoff spot in the North Division, they had to wait until the final day of the regular season to find out who they would play. With a chance to win the North Division outright with one point, the Crunch fell to the Utica Comets, 5-2, in the regular season finale on Saturday (April 20). They completed the 2023-24 regular season with a 39-24-4-5 record and 87 points. Due to the unusual configurations of the American Hockey League’s (AHL) divisions, the 23 teams that qualify for the playoffs will consist of…

Today in Hockey History: April 21
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April 21 has been a hectic day in National Hockey League history. We have seen defensemen shine on the offensive stage, some big hat tricks, and plenty of other memorable Stanley Cup playoff moments on this date. Plus, one of many legends in Toronto began on this date. The Legend of Bill Barilko Bill Barilko, a defenseman, played five seasons for the Toronto Maple Leafs and was a member of four Stanley Cup-winning teams during his short time in the NHL. At age 24, he had his biggest moment in the league on April 21, 1951. In Game 5 of…

Projected Lineups for the Lighting vs Panthers – Game 1
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The Tampa Bay Lightning take on the Florida Panthers in Game 1 of their first-round matchup of the 2024 NHL Playoffs. Here are the projected/expected lineups, sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. Related: 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs Round 1 Hub (1WC) LIGHTNING at (1A) PANTHERS Eastern Conference First Round, Game 1 12:30 p.m. ET; BSSUN, BSFL, ESPN, SN, TVAS Lightning projected lineup Anthony Duclair — Brayden Point — Nikita Kucherov Brandon Hagel — Anthony Cirelli — Steven Stamkos Michael Eyssimont — Nicholas Paul — Mitchell Chaffee Tyler Motte — Luke Glendening — Tanner Jeannot Victor Hedman — Darren Raddysh Nick Perbix…

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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.