New Jersey Devils vs Tampa Bay Lightning Head-to-Head

Devils built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 34 of 49 decided meetings (69%) (plus 7 ties). In the shootout era they are 38-39 against each other (49% Devils). 7 historical ties live in the all-time ledger, all predating the 2005 shootout rule. Postseason history is deep: 16 playoff games between the two franchises. Games average a 2.2-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Devils' 6-goal win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Lightning hold a 15-5 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 2000s produced the deepest sample with 49 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1992, so the rivalry has spanned 33 seasons of NHL history. Most recent result: Lightning won 8-4 on Dec 11, 2025. Through the 2020s Lightning have led 11-5 between the teams.