Lightning look to vets for thunder

The Tampa Bay Lightning are hoping to rejoin hockey royalty after a decade-plus absence. The Chicago Blackhawks are chasing their third NHL title in six seasons.

While Steven Stamkos is downplaying the idea of youth versus experience for the Stanley Cup, the veteran captain of the Lightning understands the challenge presented by the Blackhawks, beginning with Game 1 on Wednesday.

"You can see they've played together for a while," Stamkos said of the Blackhawks on Monday.