Detroit Red Wings vs Tampa Bay Lightning Head-to-Head

Lightning built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 5 of 24 decided meetings (21%) (plus 2 ties). In the shootout era they are 46-27 against each other (63% Lightning). Postseason history is deep: 12 playoff games between the two franchises. Lightning currently hold a 3-game winning streak between the teams. Games average a 2.2-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Wings' 8-goal win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Lightning hold a 11-9 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 2010s produced the deepest sample with 41 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1992, so the rivalry has spanned 34 seasons of NHL history. Most recent result: Lightning won 4-3 on Apr 13, 2026. Through the 2020s Lightning have led 15-13 between the teams.