The 2026 Stadium Series will be played in style.
On Thursday, the NHL revealed its unique themes for the upcoming Stadium Series matchup between Boston Bruins And Tampa Bay Lightning at Raymond James Stadium.
The uniforms were developed in collaboration with both teams and the league and incorporate designs from both franchises' heritage, with strong regional influences as well as the game's unique setting.
“The NHL Stadium Series will be a signature event for the Lightning, our fans and the entire Bay Area—a moment that deserves a truly special jersey,” Kevin Priest, chief stadium officer for Lightning and Vinik Sports Group, said in a press release.
The Tampa Bay jersey features a two-tone design, the current royal blue and a new sky blue, and “includes a powerful zipper texture with pirate-inspired accents.”
Boston's jersey pays homage to the neighboring New England Patriots, while the font echoes the style of the six-time Super Bowl champions. It will also feature the bear claw kick and the “iconic varsity B” reminiscent of their historic hard hockey.
The Stadium Series matchup is scheduled for Feb. 1, 2026, at the home of the NFL's Tampa Bay Buccaneers and will be the second of two outdoor hockey games to be played in the Sunshine State. The first will take place on January 2, 2026 between the Florida Panthers and New York Rangers at LandDepot Park in Miami.
These will be the first outdoor NHL games to be played in Florida, and the festivities will celebrate the growth of hockey in the region over the past 30 years.
