Nashville Predators center Steven Stamkos (91) is honored during the game against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the first period at Amalie Arena. Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

Steven Stamkos got emotional during Lightning’s tribute for him

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports | By Larry Brown | Last updated Oct 28, 2024 10:15 PM ET

Steven Stamkos, on Monday, faced the Tampa Bay Lightning for the first time since leaving his former team. His return home was an emotional event.

The Lightning played a two-minute tribute video for Stamkos prior to their game against Stamkos’ new team — the Nashville Predators. The video tribute left Stamkos emotional and evoked many positive memories for him.

Steven Stamkos gets emotional watching his tribute video in Tampa pic.twitter.com/lqehSFOfw5

— B/R Open Ice (@BR_OpenIce) October 28, 2024

In addition to his tribute video, Stamkos received a standing ovation and got to skate around the ice.

Oh that was fantastic. Two minute vid, a standing ovation and a stake around the ice through his numbers for Stamkos. And then a “Steven Stamkos” chant from the fans. Scoreboard lit up with photos, videos and “thank you” messages. @TBLightning @PredsNHL pic.twitter.com/UOemiiFt8e

— Greg Wyshynski (@wyshynski) October 28, 2024

Stamkos was drafted No. 1 overall by the Lightning in 2008. He played 16 seasons for them, was named to seven All-Star Games and won two Stanley Cups.

Stamkos signed a four-year, $32M deal with the Nashville Predators over the offseason. He entered Monday’s game with just one goal on the season.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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