Tampa Bay Lightning Owners Face Racial Discrimination Suit

By David Minsky · January 26, 2026, 6:54 PM EST

A Black ticketing staffer for the Tampa Bay Lightning has faced retaliation and a hostile work environment because of his race, he alleged in a federal lawsuit against the hockey team's...

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Documents

Complaint

Case Information

Case Title

LUCKETT v. VINIK SPORTS GROUP, LLC

Case Number

Court

Florida Middle

Nature of Suit

Civil Rights: Other

Date Filed

January 24, 2026

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