Buccaneers Stars Walk Out Tampa Bay Lightning in Creamsicle Uniforms

Quarterback Baker Mayfield and offensive tackle Tristan Wirfs supported the Lightning by wearing their jerseys as the hockey team took the field in Buccaneers' retro uniforms.

Feb. 1, 2026 at 5:15pm

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The Tampa Bay Lightning, the top team in the NHL's Atlantic Division, are playing the Boston Bruins at Raymond James Stadium, the home of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. To show their support, Buccaneers stars Baker Mayfield and Tristan Wirfs walked out the Lightning players, who were all wearing the Buccaneers' iconic creamsicle uniforms. The Buccaneers had previously worn those uniforms in a late-season game against the Atlanta Falcons.

Why it matters

The Buccaneers and Lightning have a close relationship, with the football team lending their stadium to the hockey team for a special outdoor game. This gesture of the Lightning players wearing the Buccaneers' retro uniforms, with Mayfield and Wirfs supporting them, showcases the strong bond between the two Tampa Bay franchises and their passionate fan bases.

The details

The Tampa Bay Lightning, who are currently leading the NHL's Atlantic Division, are playing the Boston Bruins at Raymond James Stadium, the home of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. To show their appreciation, Buccaneers stars Baker Mayfield and Tristan Wirfs walked out the Lightning players, who were all wearing the Buccaneers' iconic creamsicle uniforms from the late 1990s and early 2000s. The Buccaneers had previously worn those uniforms in a late-season game against the Atlanta Falcons, but lost that contest.

  • The Lightning and Bruins are playing at Raymond James Stadium on Sunday, February 1, 2026.
  • The Buccaneers wore their creamsicle uniforms in a late-season game against the Atlanta Falcons in 2025.

The players

Baker Mayfield

The starting quarterback for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Tristan Wirfs

The starting offensive tackle for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Tampa Bay Lightning

The NHL team that is currently leading the Atlantic Division and is playing an outdoor game at Raymond James Stadium, the home of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Boston Bruins

The NHL team that is playing the Tampa Bay Lightning in the outdoor game at Raymond James Stadium.

Atlanta Falcons

The NFL team that the Tampa Bay Buccaneers played while wearing their creamsicle uniforms in a late-season game in 2025.

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What’s next

The Tampa Bay Lightning will look to continue their strong season and maintain their position atop the Atlantic Division when they take on the Boston Bruins at Raymond James Stadium on Sunday. The Buccaneers will hope to reclaim the NFC South and make a deep playoff run next season after wearing their iconic creamsicle uniforms in a late-season loss against the Atlanta Falcons in 2025.

The takeaway

The collaboration between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Tampa Bay Lightning showcases the strong bond between the two franchises and their passionate fan bases in the Tampa Bay area. The gesture of the Lightning players wearing the Buccaneers' retro uniforms, with Mayfield and Wirfs supporting them, highlights the community spirit and cross-promotional efforts between the city's professional sports teams.