The Tampa Bay Lightning is a professional ice hockey team based in Tampa, Florida. Established in 1992, it is a member of the Atlantic Division of the Eastern Conference of the National Hockey League (NHL). Tampa Bay has one Stanley Cup championship in their history, in 2003–04. The team is often referred to as the "Bolts," and the nickname is used on the current third jersey. The Lightning plays home games in the Amalie Arena in Tampa.
The owner of the Lightning is Jeffrey Vinik, while Steve Yzerman serves as general manager. The team is currently coached by Jon Cooper, who has led the team since 2013.
Home of the Tampa Bay Lightning, the Amalie Arena is the jewel of downtown Tampa. The arena features state-of-the-art technology and innovative design which combine to make it one of the finest facilities in North America. In addition to NHL hockey, the Amalie Arena hosts more than 150 events annually, including concerts, family events, ice shows, the circus and indoor sports.
