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CBJ vs. Tampa Bay Lightning
Nationwide Arena in ColumbusThu, Nov 12, 2026 · 07:00 PM
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CBJ VS. TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING is a Sports / Hockey / NHL event at Nationwide Arena in Columbus.
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This NHL regular-season clash between the Columbus Blue Jackets and Tampa Bay Lightning carries echoes of one of hockey's most stunning upsets. In 2019, the Blue Jackets, as the eighth seed, swept the Presidents' Trophy-winning Lightning in four games, marking the first time a top seed was swept by an eighth seed. Since then, the Lightning have won back-to-back Stanley Cups, while the Blue Jackets have continued to build.
Fans attending this game in Columbus can expect a charged atmosphere as both teams bring their best. The arena will be alive with passionate supporters, fast-paced action, and the intensity of a rivalry with a storied past. The Blue Jackets' victory in that historic series was their first ever playoff series win, ending a long drought. The Lightning, meanwhile, have proven their resilience by winning championships in subsequent years.
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What is the historical significance of this matchup?
The Columbus Blue Jackets swept the Tampa Bay Lightning in a shocking playoff upset, widely considered one of the greatest in NHL history.
How have the teams performed since that series?
The Lightning won back-to-back Stanley Cups, while the Blue Jackets have remained competitive.
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Columbus Blue Jackets
The Columbus Blue Jackets are a professional ice hockey team based in Columbus, Ohio. The Blue Jackets compete in the National Hockey League (NHL) as a member of the Metropolitan Division in the Eastern Conference. The franchise began play as an expansion team in 2000.
Tampa Bay Lightning
The Tampa Bay Lightning are a professional ice hockey team based in Tampa, Florida. The Lightning compete in the National Hockey League (NHL) as a member of the Atlantic Division in the Eastern Conference. They play their home games at Benchmark International Arena in Downtown Tampa.
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Nationwide Arena in Columbus
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Nationwide Arena in Columbus
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