Boston fans hoping for prime seats to Monday night’s NHL playoff game in Tampa will have to make a choice. The Tampa Bay Lightning has a postseason policy on the books that permits only gear featuring the logo of the home team — or “neutral apparel” — inside two high-profile seating sections. Which means Bruins fans can either settle for less prestigious tickets, or leave their black and gold gear at home.
“Fans wearing visiting team-branded apparel will be asked to remove such apparel while in these areas,” according to the Lightning’s website.
The policy only applies to two areas: the Lightning’s Lexus Lounge, which includes seats against the glass, and the Chase Club luxury suites, according to Bill Wickett, the team’s executive vice president of communications.