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Victor Hedman

Defenseman · Tampa Bay Lightning

2009 Draft, Rd 1 Pick 2 (#2) — Tampa Bay Lightning

Next Game

Thu, Mar 12 · 7:00 PM ET vs Red Wings

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Age 356'7"244 lbsShoots LeftOrnskoldsvik, SWE

Current Season

GP

29

Goals

1

Assists

15

Points

16

+/-

0

S%

2.2%

Last 5 Games

DateOppGAPTS+/-SOGTOI
Mar 10vs CBJ011-1222:11
Mar 8@ BUF000+2320:07
Mar 7@ TOR0000220:54
Mar 5@ WPG000-1214:45
Mar 3@ MIN000-2116:51

Career Stats

Contract

Cap Hit

$8.00M

Total Value

$32.00M

Expires

4 yrs · 2028-2029

Status

Then UFA

via PuckPedia

Recent Stories

News
Goncalves Tips Hedman Blast vs. CBJ

Conor Goncalves deflects Victor Hedman's cannon past Columbus, a textbook Lightning power play. Tampa's top pair owns these moments, turning bombs into sure goals with precision. In a tight standings scrap, this connection keeps the Bolts humming toward another deep run.

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News
Lightning Call Up Santini Amid D-Corps Crunch

The Tampa Bay Lightning recall veteran defenseman Steven Santini from Syracuse for the third time this season, as their blue line continues to battle a rash of injuries to Erik Černák, Ryan McDonagh and captain Victor Hedman. Santini, the 6-foot-3 former second-round pick who's captained the Crunch, steps in after logging solid minutes in prior stints with Tampa Bay.

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News
NHL Now: Say What?

The NHL drops its latest marketing salvo with "The Next Golden Era Is Now," spinning hockey into viral trends like work-from-home woes and AI hype through spots featuring stars such as Connor Bedard and Victor Hedman. These clever ads aim to hook casual viewers by blending rink intensity with TikTok-style "Day in the Life" vibes, debuting amid opening night tripleheaders on ESPN and Sportsnet.

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Olympics
Lilleberg Returns vs Leafs After Long Layoff

Tampa Bay defenseman Emil Lilleberg shakes off a 23-game injury absence and jumps back into the lineup against Toronto on Wednesday night. The 6-foot-2 Norwegian bruiser brings his heavy hits and shot-blocking to a Lightning blue line that's welcoming back Hedman, D'Astous, and others from the IR shelf amid a thin post-Olympics roster.

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Injuries
Hedman's Leafs Status: Big Injury Update

Tampa Bay Lightning fans hold breath for Victor Hedman's playing status against the Maple Leafs after a major injury scare. Coaches drop the latest from the trainer's room, where every minute on IR alters playoff math. This clash carries extra weight with both teams jockeying for positioning.

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Trades & Rumors
NHL Latest Buzz Post-Olympics

The league shakes off the Olympic rust as teams like the Lightning welcome back stars such as Brayden Point and Victor Hedman for crucial matchups tonight. Front offices buzz with lineup tweaks and injury updates from Devils-Sabres to Kings-Golden Knights, where gold medalists Jack Eichel and Noah Hanifin sit. GMs eye how these returns shift the post-break landscape before the trade deadline heats up.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are Victor Hedman's stats this season?
Victor Hedman has 1 goals and 15 assists for 16 points in 29 games this season.
What team does Victor Hedman play for?
Victor Hedman is a defenseman for the Tampa Bay Lightning.
What is Victor Hedman's contract?
Victor Hedman has a cap hit of $8.00M with 3 years remaining. He will be an unrestricted free agent (UFA) when the contract expires.
When was Victor Hedman drafted?
Victor Hedman was drafted in the 2009 NHL Draft by the Tampa Bay Lightning in Round 1, Pick 2 (2 overall).
Where is Victor Hedman from?
Victor Hedman is 35 years old and was born in Ornskoldsvik, SWE.