Dude, read my above posts. I gave the Lightning their props. Although I think 'beating the shit out of them in every sport' is a bit over-doing it.
First off, TB doesn't even have 4 sports teams in their town, and two of which are what, less than 10 years old? So get back to me when they are a legit town with 4 teams.
Conference finals, Flyers went the distance with TB, and lost by only one goal. That's not getting the shit kicked out of them to me...
The other game you are mentioning is TB vs. Philly in 2003 NFC Championship. Remember Eagles booting them out of the playoffs two years straight before that? And where was TB in this years playoffs? Right, they didn't make it. And I'd be surprised if they make it this year. But will have to get back to you on that one.
The only thing you can say about Philly is that they are chokers, and that is painful being a Philly fan.
BUT, they are contenders (usually) in every other sport.
TB has been a laughing stock up until the last two years. Enjoy it while it lasts, cuz it won't last long.