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Bolts among top 3 franchises in the country in ESPN fan ranking

Based on fan feedback, the Tampa Bay Lightning is the top hockey franchise in the country and among the top three franchises in any pro sport, according to ESPN The Magazine’s 2015 Ultimate Standings.

Lightning fans gave the franchise high ratings for fan relations, affordability, stadium experience and ownership, propelling the team to third place overall, ahead of other beloved teams, such as the Green Bay Packers and Seattle Seahawks.

San Antonio Spurs is the top ranked franchise followed by the Memphis Grizzlies, according to the standings.

For the past 13 years, ESPN The Magazine asks fans to rate their favorite teams in 8 categories: title track, ownership, coaching, players, fan relations, affordability, stadium experience and bang for the buck.