There's a new lightning capital of the US. It's no longer Florida

The United States has a new lightning champion. Oklahoma has dethroned Florida to become the nation's lightning capital, according to a new report released Jan. 5.

Tampa Bay Lightning at Philadelphia Flyers odds, picks and predictions

The Tampa Bay Lightning and Philadelphia Flyers meet Monday. Puck drop from Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is set for 7 p.m. ET.

What’s behind the Lightning’s heater, and what comes next? Catching up with GM Julien BriseBois

Despite key injuries, the Lightning look like the class of the Atlantic. Will they find a sneaky add ahead of the deadline?

Florida’s 'Lightning Capital' title challenged by new report: Who's number one?

Florida may no longer hold the title of the nation’s lightning capital, according to a new report that ranks Oklahoma with more lightning activity, though some experts dispute the findings.

America's lightning capital isn't in Texas anymore - but its most lightning-prone stadium is

A small Oklahoma town overtook a tiny Texas community in 2025 as the U.S. lightning capital, where lightning density counts more than total strikes.

Brandon Hagel scores winner as Lightning beat Avalanche 4-2

Brandon Hagel snapped a third-period tie with his 20th goal of the season to lead the Tampa Bay Lightning to their eighth consecutive win with a 4-2 victory over the Colorado Avalanche on Tuesday night.

Five-try Lightning storm to away victory over Warriors

Gwalia Lightning delivered a thrilling second-half performance to beat Glasgow Warriors 38-19 and makeback-to-back wins in the Celtic Challenge.

After years of planning, Lightning set for NHL Stadium Series in Tampa

On Tuesday, NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman paid a visit to Tampa as preparations continue to ramp up for the Feb. 1 NHL Stadium Series game between the Tampa Bay Lightning and the Boston Bruins.
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