Victor Hedman Named Tampa Bay Lightning Captain

Hedman succeeds Steven Stamkos, with Kucherov and McDonagh as alternate captains.

Overview

Victor Hedman becomes the 11th captain in Tampa Bay Lightning history, replacing Steven Stamkos.
Hedman has been with the Lightning for 15 seasons and is the franchise's all-time leader among defensemen in points and other key categories.
Nikita Kucherov and Ryan McDonagh will serve as alternate captains for the upcoming season.
Steven Stamkos, the previous captain, signed a four-year deal with the Nashville Predators in the offseason.
Nick Foligno has been named the new captain of the Chicago Blackhawks, taking over after a season without a designated captain.