Fast facts
League: Eastern Conference Atlantic Division
Team: Lightning
Head Coach: Jon Cooper
Team Mascot: ThunderBug
Year Opened: 1996
Capacity: 20500
City / State: Tampa / Florida
Rivalries & Top Games to Attend
Governor’s Cup
Rival Team: Florida Panthers
The Lightning and Panthers compete for the Governor’s Cup, which was introduced in 2013. The rivalry began in 1993 when the Panthers joined the league, and the two teams have played in the same division since then. There are always a lot of bragging rights on the line when the Panthers are in town so make sure to get your tickets.
SuperTailgate Awards
Fast facts
League: Eastern Conference Atlantic Division
Team: Lightning
Head Coach: Jon Cooper
Team Mascot: ThunderBug
Year Opened: 1996
Capacity: 20500
City / State: Tampa / Florida
