The Tampa Bay Lightning, known as the Bolts, are a professional ice hockey team. They compete in the NHL's Atlantic Division of the Eastern Conference and play home games at Amalie Arena. The team is owned by Jeffrey Vinik, with Julien BriseBois as general manager.
Founded on December 6, 1990, the Lightning began playing in the 1992–93 season. They have won three Stanley Cup championships (2004, 2020, 2021) and reached the Finals in 2015 and 2022. They made the Eastern Conference Finals five times between 2011 and 2022. The team also won the 2019 Presidents' Trophy, tying the then-record of 62 regular-season wins.
Who is the Tampa Bay Lightning Head Coach in 2025?
Jon Cooper is the head coach of the Tampa Bay Lightning in 2025, according to the official website of the NHL. He is the longest-tenured coach in the NHL, having held the position since 2013. Cooper has led them to four Stanley Cup Finals and won back-to-back championships in 2020 and 2021. He has guided the team to the playoffs in 10 of his 11 full seasons as head coach.
On November 27, 2024, Cooper coached his 900th career game, all with the Lightning. With 536 wins in 899 games, he ranks second in NHL history for most wins by a coach in their first 900 games, trailing only legendary coach Scotty Bowman (548 wins). With 20 more wins, Cooper is set to tie Marc Crawford for the 25th-most wins by an NHL coach. His record stands at 536-286-77 going into his milestone game.
Jon Cooper's physical attributes
| Jon Cooper | Physical Attributes |
| Age | August 23, 1967 (age 57) |
| Height | Not Known |
| Weight | Not Known |
Jon Cooper's age
According to the official website of the NHL, Jon Cooper is 57 years old as of April 2025. He was born on August 23, 1967, in Prince George's, British Columbia, Canada.
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Tampa Bay Lightning General Manager
Julien BriseBois was named the eighth general manager of the Tampa Bay Lightning on September 11, 2018, according to the Syracuse Crunch. He led the team to back-to-back Stanley Cup Championships in 2020 and 2021, becoming the second GM in franchise history to win the Cup. BriseBois manages all hockey operations, including coaching and scouting, player development, contract negotiations, and minor league affiliations.
Before becoming GM, BriseBois spent eight years as assistant general manager under Steve Yzerman. He was also GM for the AHL’s Norfolk Admirals and Syracuse Crunch, where his teams reached three Calder Cup Finals and won in 2012. Previously, he worked for the Montreal Canadiens in roles including director of legal affairs and GM of the Hamilton Bulldogs, winning the Calder Cup in 2007. A native of Greenfield Park, Quebec, BriseBois holds a law degree from the University of Montreal and an MBA from Concordia University.
Tampa Bay Lightning Captain
According to the official website of the NHL, the Tampa Bay Lightning named Victor Hedman the 11th captain in franchise history on September 18, 2024. Over his 15-season career with the Lightning, Hedman has set multiple franchise records among defensemen, including games played (1,052), points (728), and blocked shots (1,613). He has logged the most ice time in team history with 24,683 minutes.
Hedman is a two-time Stanley Cup champion and Conn Smythe Trophy winner, excelling in both the regular season and playoffs. Internationally, he helped Sweden win gold at the 2017 IIHF World Championship and bronze in 2024. Off the ice, Hedman remains active in the community, recently donating 1,000 pounds of dog food to the Humane Society of Tampa Bay to mark his 1,000th NHL game.
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Tampa Bay Lightning Head Coaches year by year
According to the official website of the NHL, the Tampa Bay Lightning’s head coaches year by year are Jon Cooper (2013–present), Guy Boucher (2010–2013), Rick Tocchet (2008–2010), Barry Melrose (2008), John Tortorella (2001–2008), Steve Ludzik (1999–2001), Jacques Demers (1997–1999), Rick Paterson (1997), and Terry Crisp (1992–1997).
Here is the table with the head coach tenure for the Tampa Bay Lightning:
| Head Coach | Tenure |
| Jon Cooper | 2013 – Present |
| Guy Boucher | 2010–2013 |
| Rick Tocchet | 2008–2010 |
| Barry Melrose | 2008 |
| John Tortorella | 2001–2008 |
| Steve Ludzik | 1999–2001 |
| Jacques Demers | 1997–1999 |
| Rick Paterson | 1997 |
| Terry Crisp | 1992–1997 |
Tampa Bay Lightning Managers 2025
This is a look at the managers in the Tampa Bay Lightning team as per the NHL official site -
| Head Coach | Tenure |
| Vice President & General Manager, Alternate Governor | Julien BriseBois |
| Assistant General Manager, Director of Player Development | Stacy Roest |
| Assistant General Manager, Director of Player Personnel | Jamie Pushor |
| Assistant General Manager, Director of Hockey Ops | Mathieu Darche |
| Senior Advisor to the General Manager | Al Murray |
| Director of Amateur Scouting | John Rosso |
| Director of Player Development | J.P. Cote |
| Head Equipment Manager | Colten Wilson |
| Assistant Equipment Manager | Pat Dolan |
| Assistant Equipment Manager | Jason Berger |
Tampa Bay Lightning Staff 2025
This is a look at the other staff in the Tampa Bay Lightning team as per the NHL official site -
| Staff | Position |
| Director of Sports Medicine & Head Athletic Trainer | Tom Mulligan |
| Assistant Athletic Trainer | Mike Poirier |
| Sports Manual Therapist | Christian Rivas |
| Medical Director, Orthopedics | Dr. Ira Guttentag |
| Medical Director, Primary Care | Dr. Hadi Shah |
| General Practitioner | Dr. Stan Watkins |
| General Practitioner | Dr. Robert Rosequist |
| Oculoplastics | Dr. Charles Slonim |
| Team Dentist | Dr. Gil Rivera |
| Team Chiropractor | Dr. Tim Bain |
| Team Dentist | Dr. Sam Caranante |
FAQs on the Tampa Bay Lightning
A. The Tampa Bay Lightning won their first Stanley Cup in the 2003-2004 season.
A. The Tampa Bay Lightning have made 25 playoff appearances, starting from their inaugural season in 1992-1993.
A. The Tampa Bay Lightning was founded in 1992.
A. The Tampa Bay Lightning play their home games at the Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida.
A. The Tampa Bay Lightning is owned by Vinik Sports Group, LLC.
