Philadelphia Flyers vs Tampa Bay Lightning Head-to-Head

Lightning built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 19 of 56 decided meetings (34%) (plus 8 ties). In the shootout era they are 45-22 against each other (67% Lightning). 8 historical ties live in the all-time ledger, all predating the 2005 shootout rule. Postseason history is deep: 14 playoff games between the two franchises. Lightning currently hold a 4-game winning streak between the teams. Games average a 2.5-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Lightning's 7-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 42 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 5-1 on Jan 12, 2026. Through the 2020s Lightning have led 13-5 between the teams.