Lightning’s Victor Hedman Exits Canadiens Game With Injury

Overview

• The Lightning announced during the second period that Victor Hedman sustained an injury and would not return.
• The departure occurred in his third game back after a 12-game absence with an undisclosed injury.
• He played the entire first period, took no shifts in the second, and finished with 6:14 of ice time and one shot on goal.
• If Hedman misses additional time, the team would likely recall a defenseman from AHL affiliate Syracuse due to limited healthy options.
• Tampa Bay’s next game is Thursday against the Devils in Newark, and an update could come after practice or during the morning skate.