Lightning captain Victor Hedman reveals mental health battle after playoff absence
By Justin Tasch
Published on May 5, 2026.
Lightning captain Victor Hedman has withdrawn from the team to address his mental health. He last played on March 19 and did not participate in the team's seven-game first-round loss to the Canadiens. Despite this, Hedman had rejoined the club and was participating in practices. He has been one of the NHL's top players over the last 13 years, winning two Stanley Cups and the Conn Smythe in 2020 and the Norris Trophy.
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