Tampa Bay Lightning fans knew they were going to be in for a good time tonight when they made their way to the Amalie Arena. What they didn’t know is the night would end with some heart pounding theatrics and one bad call that could’ve sent everything into a tailspin.
Allow us to start at the very beginning. Before tonight’s game, the Tampa Bay Lightning paid tribute to and welcomed home one of the most beloved captains in franchise history, Vincent Lecavalier. After a touching video package that highlighted Lecavalier’s career, Vinny took to the ice as part of the ceremonial puck drop.