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Victor Hedman

"Victor Hedman mental health issue was infidelity": Tampa radio hosts make shocking claim about Bolts captain's long leave of absence – Sportskeeda

May 7, 2026 @ 12:59am
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Sportskeeda

"Victor Hedman mental health issue was infidelity": Tampa radio hosts make shocking claim about Bolts captain's long leave of absence  Sportskeeda

Read more"Victor Hedman mental health issue was infidelity": Tampa radio hosts make shocking claim about Bolts captain's long leave of absence – Sportskeeda

Hurricanes’ Rod Brind’Amour shares powerful reaction to Victor Hedman’s statement

May 5, 2026 @ 9:46pm
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ClutchPoints

The season for the Tampa Bay Lightning is over, having lost to the Montreal Canadiens in a seven-game series in the opening round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. However, the Lightning were considerably shorthanded, as they were without captain and top defenseman Victor Hedman for the entire series. Not only that, but Hedman also […] The post Hurricanes’ Rod Brind’Amour shares powerful reaction to Victor Hedman’s statement appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lightning GM gets 100% real on Stanley Cup window after Canadiens loss

May 5, 2026 @ 9:12pm
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ClutchPoints

The Tampa Bay Lightning were eliminated from the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs in the very first round. The Montreal Canadiens won Game 7 on Sunday to punch their ticket to the next round. Tampa Bay, however, has been one-and-done in each of the last four seasons. The Lightning won the Stanley Cup in 2020 and […] The post Lightning GM gets 100% real on Stanley Cup window after Canadiens loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lightning GM Addresses Jon Cooper's Future After Playoff Exit

May 5, 2026 @ 2:53pm
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Athlon Sports

Jon Cooper has won two Stanley Cups with the Tampa Bay Lightning, but they have been eliminated in the first round four straight years.

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NHL captain Victor Hedman reveals reason for mysterious playoff absence in candid social-media post: 'Not easy'

May 5, 2026 @ 1:20pm
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Daily Mail US Sport

The Swedish defenseman, 35, was mysteriously absent for Tampa Bay's final 22 games of the season, which included seven NHL playoff matchups in a first-round series loss to Montreal.

Read moreNHL captain Victor Hedman reveals reason for mysterious playoff absence in candid social-media post: 'Not easy'

NHL captain Victor Hedman reveals reason for mysterious playoff absence in candid social-media post: 'Not easy'

May 5, 2026 @ 1:20pm
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Daily Mail US Sport

The Swedish defenseman, 35, was mysteriously absent for Tampa Bay's final 22 games of the season, which included seven NHL playoff matchups in a first-round series loss to Montreal.

Read moreNHL captain Victor Hedman reveals reason for mysterious playoff absence in candid social-media post: 'Not easy'

Lightning's Victor Hedman Makes Announcement After 17th NHL Season

May 5, 2026 @ 10:24am
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Athlon Sports

Tampa Bay Lightning captain Victor Hedman hadn't appeared in an NHL game since he left the team back in March.

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Lightning captain Victor Hedman reveals mental health battle after playoff absence

May 5, 2026 @ 10:20am
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NY Post Sports

The stalwart defenseman, 35, last played on March 19 and did not dress during the Lightning's 4-3 first-round loss to the Canadiens.

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Lightning’s Victor Hedman breaks silence on mental health absence that kept him out of playoffs

May 5, 2026 @ 8:36am
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ClutchPoints

Victor Hedman was not an option for the Tampa Bay Lightning in their fourth consecutive first-round exit from the Stanley Cup Playoffs — and the captain made an announcement about his mental health on Tuesday. “I’ve spent most of my life in this game, and all of my career in this organization. Wearing this jersey […] The post Lightning’s Victor Hedman breaks silence on mental health absence that kept him out of playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Tampa Bay Lightning Captain Breaks Silence After Missing Playoffs

May 5, 2026 @ 8:35am
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Heavy

Victor Hedman released a statement days after the Tampa Bay Lightning were eliminated from the Stanley Cup playoffs. The post Tampa Bay Lightning Captain Breaks Silence After Missing Playoffs appeared first on HEAVY.

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Lightning Could Be Staring at Uncomfortable Reality

May 4, 2026 @ 11:04pm
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Heavy

The Tampa Bay Lightning could be staring at a truly uncomfortable reality following their latest first-round exit. The post Lightning Could Be Staring at Uncomfortable Reality appeared first on HEAVY.

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Lightning’s Nikita Kucherov’s Game 7 legacy just got worse after Canadiens stunner

May 4, 2026 @ 1:12am
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ClutchPoints

Once again, the Tampa Bay Lightning were one of the best clubs in the Eastern Conference this season, earning home ice advantage in their opening round series against the Montreal Canadiens. However, their home-ice advantage didn’t work in their favor by the time the series was all said and done. The Canadiens, who took series […] The post Lightning’s Nikita Kucherov’s Game 7 legacy just got worse after Canadiens stunner appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lightning’s Victor Hedman not returning for Game 7 vs. Canadiens

May 3, 2026 @ 3:04pm
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ClutchPoints

The Tampa Bay Lightning are playing a pivotal Game 7 on Sunday against the Montreal Canadiens. The winner will advance in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Tampa Bay’s Victor Hedman has not played during this postseason, but was seen skating ahead of Game 7. A photo of Hedman was released by NHL reporter Pierre LeBrun on […] The post Lightning’s Victor Hedman not returning for Game 7 vs. Canadiens appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lightning’s Victor Hedman will not play in do-or-die Game 6 vs Canadiens

May 1, 2026 @ 12:05pm
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ClutchPoints

It’s been a tough series for the Tampa Bay Lightning, and Victor Hedman has not been available to play. With their season on the line, Hedman is still not available and will not play against the Montreal Canadiens in Game 6 at Centre Bell, according to NHL insider Pierre LeBrun. “Jon Cooper on Victor Hedman: […] The post Lightning’s Victor Hedman will not play in do-or-die Game 6 vs Canadiens appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lightning coach Jon Cooper’s ‘positive’ Victor Hedman update later comes with harsh jolt of reality

Apr 29, 2026 @ 11:38am
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ClutchPoints

The Tampa Bay Lightning have evened up their Stanley Cup Playoffs series with the Montreal Canadiens. They have done this without the services of Lightning captain Victor Hedman. On Tuesday, Hedman was on the ice at practice, and while Lightning coach Jon Cooper did not provide a timeline for his return, there was a positive […] The post Lightning coach Jon Cooper’s ‘positive’ Victor Hedman update later comes with harsh jolt of reality appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Read moreLightning coach Jon Cooper’s ‘positive’ Victor Hedman update later comes with harsh jolt of reality

Lightning’s Charle-Edouard D’Astous gets official injury designation for Game 5

Apr 29, 2026 @ 11:18am
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ClutchPoints

The Tampa Bay Lightning have wrestled back home-ice advantage from the Montreal Canadiens after a come-from-behind win at the Bell Centre in Game 4 on Sunday night — and they could have Charle-Edouard D’Astous back for a crucial Game 5 at home. The 28-year-old, who hasn’t played since the first tilt of the series, is […] The post Lightning’s Charle-Edouard D’Astous gets official injury designation for Game 5 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lightning Coach Announces Victor Hedman News Before Game 3 vs. Canadiens

Apr 23, 2026 @ 12:50pm
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Athlon Sports

Tampa Bay Lightning coach Jon Cooper shared a new Victor Hedman update before the road games against the Montreal Canadiens.

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Lightning HC Jon Cooper drops trio of injury updates ahead of Game 3 vs Canadiens

Apr 22, 2026 @ 5:22pm
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ClutchPoints

Fresh off tying their opening round Stanley Cup Playoffs series against the Montreal Canadiens at a game apiece, the Tampa Bay Lightning are preparing for the series shift up north. Winning Games 3 and 4 on the road would give the Lightning a chance to complete a series win at home in Game 5. Before […] The post Lightning HC Jon Cooper drops trio of injury updates ahead of Game 3 vs Canadiens appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lightning’s fatal flaw that will doom them in 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs

Apr 20, 2026 @ 11:32pm
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ClutchPoints

The Tampa Bay Lightning are not the type of team that is going to capitulate just because they have fallen behind in a playoff series. Losing the opening game of their first-round series to the Montreal Canadiens is not going to bother head coach Jon Cooper’s veteran team — but it will annoy them. The […] The post Lightning’s fatal flaw that will doom them in 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lightning’s Jon Cooper remains cryptic on Victor Hedman’s status after Sunday skate

Apr 19, 2026 @ 5:02pm
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ClutchPoints

The biggest question the Tampa Bay Lightning have to answer before their series against the Montreal Canadiens is the status of Victor Hedman. Their captain took a leave of absence on March 25th and has not returned since. Lightning coach Jon Cooper is still playing his cards close to the vest as puck drop approaches, […] The post Lightning’s Jon Cooper remains cryptic on Victor Hedman’s status after Sunday skate appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Read moreLightning’s Jon Cooper remains cryptic on Victor Hedman’s status after Sunday skate

Tampa Bay Lightning Get Major Boost in 1st-Round Matchup Vs. Montreal Canadiens

Apr 19, 2026 @ 12:45pm
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Pro Football Network

Victor Hedman was spotted before the playoff game between the Montreal Canadiens and the Tampa Bay Lightning, fanning hopes about his return.

Read moreTampa Bay Lightning Get Major Boost in 1st-Round Matchup Vs. Montreal Canadiens

When is Victor Hedman coming back? Lightning injury news provides return timeline update in playoffs – sportingnews.com

Apr 19, 2026 @ 7:57am
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Sporting News

When is Victor Hedman coming back? Lightning injury news provides return timeline update in playoffs  sportingnews.com

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Lightning coach Jon Cooper provides cryptic Victor Hedman update ahead of Round 1 vs. Canadiens

Apr 18, 2026 @ 1:54pm
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ClutchPoints

The Tampa Bay Lightning are preparing for a difficult Round 1 series against the Montreal Canadiens, which begins in the Sunshine State on Sunday evening. Things will get even more challenging without captain Victor Hedman, who, according to head coach Jon Cooper, is not an option for the team as of now. “Jon Cooper with […] The post Lightning coach Jon Cooper provides cryptic Victor Hedman update ahead of Round 1 vs. Canadiens appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Read moreLightning coach Jon Cooper provides cryptic Victor Hedman update ahead of Round 1 vs. Canadiens

Lightning Announce Victor Hedman Injury Update Before NHL Playoffs

Apr 18, 2026 @ 1:06pm
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Athlon Sports

Victor Hedman injury update emerges before Lightning's playoff opener.

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