Victor Hedman was back in the Tampa Bay lineup Thursday, skating in his first NHL game since March after taking time away from the club to focus on his mental health.
Hedman returns to Lightning bench
- The Lightning captain stepped away from NHL action in March to address his mental health.
- Hedman rejoined Tampa Bay for Thursday’s game, marking his first appearance since the leave began.
The veteran defenseman’s return gives the Lightning their captain back on the blue line after an extended absence from game action.
