The Tampa Bay Lightning and Cox Media Group have signed a multi-year partnership that will make WHPT-FM the official flagship station of the NHL team. The partnership expands the footprint for games as 102.5 The Bone boasts 100,000-watts serving Tampa Bay and Sarasota, extending into Ft. Myers and Lakeland.
“Adding the Tampa Bay Lightning to the market leading line up on 102.5 The Bone is a perfect fit,” said Jason Meder, VP/MM, CMG Tampa. “Vinik Sports Group’s commitment to the community is the perfect match for those of the Cox Media Group and we are honored to be partnered with this amazing and winning organization for years to come!”
“As we continue to grow our brand and fan base throughout the state, the Lightning are excited to partner with Cox Media Group to provide Bolts fans throughout Central Florida and beyond,” said Mark Pitts, COO, Vinik Sports Group. “As the exclusive professional Tampa Bay sports team with Cox Media Group, we look forward to providing our fans with unfiltered access to all things Lightning, inclusive of our great game broadcasts on The Bone, sports talk and other new programming across all Cox platforms.”
