Rivalries & Derbies
14 entries in the Tampa Bay Lightning compendium.
Toronto Maple LeafsFirst playoff series win since 2004, then a Second Round exit to Florida.Pittsburgh PenguinsA battle of modern dynasties defined by elite skill and playoff intensity.New York RangersModern dynasty meets Original Six tradition in a clash of Eastern Conference powerhouses.St. Louis BluesThe 1967 expansion club from St. Louis that finally lifted the Stanley Cup in 2019.Detroit Red WingsA 2026 playoff berth decided by a Red Wings loss.Tropicana FieldDomed stadium in St. Petersburg, home of the Tampa Bay Rays.Lightning–Panthers rivalryIntrastate NHL rivalry between the Lightning and Panthers.Benchmark International ArenaHome of the Tampa Bay Lightning since 1996.1992 NHL expansion draftExpansion draft that stocked the Senators and Lightning.Manon RhéaumeFirst woman to play in an NHL exhibition game.Atlantic Division (NHL)An NHL Eastern Conference division with a history of realignment and classic rivalries.Malektronic RocketmanAstronaut mascot for Malektronic LLC at Tampa Bay Lightning games.Statue of Phil EspositoBronze statue honoring Phil Esposito's role in bringing hockey to Tampa.Expo HallMulti-purpose arena that hosted early seasons of major sports teams.
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