Overview
- Head coach Jon Cooper said Hedman will most likely play tonight against the Bruins unless the captain decides otherwise.
- Tampa Bay went 18-3-2 during Hedman’s absence, with the J.J. Moser–Darren Raddysh pairing driving a strong run.
- Analysts expect Cooper to weigh keeping Moser and Raddysh together and easing Hedman into different pairings, with Raddysh likely holding the top power-play spot for now.
- Hedman had elbow surgery after his last game on December 9 and logged 12 assists in 18 appearances this season while averaging 21:05 of ice time.
- Following his return, Hedman is expected to join Team Sweden for the upcoming Olympic Games in Milan.