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Tampa Bay Lightning History
The Tampa Bay Lightning joined the league as an expansion team (along with the Ottawa Senators) in 1992, and earned their first berth in the Playoffs in the 1995-1996 season. The Bolts began to achieve consistent success in 2002-2003; the key ingredient was 1998 first-round draft pick Vincent Lecavalier, a center who went on to play 14 seasons for the Lightning and set almost every team scoring record.
After making the second round in the 2002-2003 Playoffs, the Bolts rocketed to the Stanley Cup Final the following season behind the league's scoring leader, Martin St. Louis, the goaltending of Nikolai Khabibulin, and the efforts of Lecavalier, Brad Richards, Fredrik Modin, Ruslan Fedotenko, Cory Stillman, and captain Dave Andreychuk. The Lightning defeated the Calgary Flames in a Stanley Cup Final that included four games decided by one goal, two of which came in overtime. Fedotenko scored both goals in the clinching 2-1 victory in Game 7.
The Lightning flirted with Playoff success the next two seasons, but struggled for three years after that. After bringing in Hall of Famer Steve Yzerman as general manager, the team returned to the Playoffs in 2010-2011, 2013-2014, and again the following season, when the Bolts—boasting the highest-scoring offense in the league—won 50 games, and the Eastern Conference title. They dispatched the Detroit Red Wings, Montreal Canadiens, and New York Rangers in a hard-fought series en route to the Stanley Cup Final, where they ultimately lost to the Chicago Blackhawks in six games.
Powered by the scoring of Nikita Kucherov and Steven Stamkos, the Lightning contended again in 2015-2016, only to be turned away in the conference finals by the eventual winner of the Stanley Cup Championship, the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Lightning subsequently went on to win back-to-back titles, taking home the Stanley Cup Championship in 2020 and 2021, becoming the first-ever team to win two Stanley Cup Championships within one year. The Lightning appeared in the championship again in 2022, but lost to the Colorado Avalanche in Game 6.
Tampa Bay Lightning Team Info
Conference: Eastern
Division: Atlantic
Year Founded: 1992
Team Colors: Blue, White, Black
Team Rivals: Washington Capitals, Florida Panthers, Carolina Hurricanes, Boston Bruins
Tampa Bay Lightning at Benchmark International Arena (formerly AMALIE Arena)
After undergoing renovations from 2011-2013, Benchmark International Arena is considered to be one of the premier entertainment venues in Florida. Originally called the Ice Palace, the arena first opened in 1996, with the Lightning playing their first game on October 20 of that year, winning 5-2 over the New York Rangers.
Learn all about Benchmark International Arena, the new home of the Tampa Bay Lightning, before your next game.
Revisit the Lightning's 2021 and 2020 wins.
The Tampa Bay Lightning schedule for the 2025–26 regular season can be viewed on Ticketmaster.
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Ticket prices for Tampa Bay Lightning games depend on a variety of factors, including date and time, city, matchup, seat location, and when the tickets are purchased. The average ticket for a Tampa Bay Lightning game can cost anywhere between $100-$200.
The Lightning have made five appearances in the Stanley Cup Final, and have won the Stanley Cup three times (in 2004, 2020 and 2021).
The seating map for Benchmark International Arena can be viewed on Ticketmaster(Opens in new tab).
Took my 80-year-old mother to her first ever professional hockey game. She had a blast and loved it. Ticket prices are super expensive. So it won’t be something that gets done very often unfortunately.
well worth it to watch connor mcdavid and the excitment at the end of the game was a lightning miracle
We always have a great time at the Bolts games. Even better when they win!. We'll be back.
Food was good but pricey. Good view from our seats. Staff was friendly. But the Lightning allowed 5 goals in the 3rd period and lost 6 to 2.
The seats were fantastic.. they were easy to buy and use! Everyone at the venue was pleasant.. couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Use Ticketmaster when you want a good shopping experience!
Benchmark ( formerly Amalie) has no leg room. Can barely get by people of you come/go. Also, only 1 escalator to upper level, so long lines to exit
Arena was clean and orderly. Plenty of staff and security to help. Game experience was awesome and entertaining
My son wanted to experience his first Hockey Game So we gave him this gift for his Birthday , what an awesome game and a new Verizon to the world of Hockey. Even thou it was preseason , He was so focused and excited it was “Priceless” his Joy . We went as a family it became a memorable moment . We went with Fl Panthers jerseys to root cause it’s the team my son gained knowledge too. Worth every penny for this precious memory
Genuinely best part of our holiday!! Although its a pre-season game, we came from scotland and to see 2 NHL teams go at it was our dream! Great seats at a great price, staff were super friendly. We cant wait to experience a proper NHL game
What an incredible experience at the Kia Center last Tuesday night for the Florida Panthers vs. Tampa Bay Lightning game! From start to finish, the energy was electric. The atmosphere inside the arena was unmatched—fans from both teams brought passion, chants, and nonstop excitement. The Kia Center staff was organized, friendly, and made getting in and out of the venue a breeze. Concessions were quick, and the food and drink options were solid for a big game night. The game itself was intense—fast-paced hockey, big hits, and highlight-reel plays that had the entire crowd on their feet. Whether you’re a die-hard hockey fan or just looking for an unforgettable night out, a Panthers vs. Lightning matchup at the Kia Center is absolutely worth it. Can’t wait for the next one!