RESILIENT: Victor Hedman SHARES His Journey—Is a Tampa Bay Lightning DEFENSIVE REVIVAL Ahead?

Victor Hedman opens up about mental health, raising hopes for a Tampa Bay Lightning resurgence. Can the Norris Trophy winner bounce back and anchor the blue line as age and injuries catch up? Nick Morgan and Greg Stephen break down Hedman’s transparency, the stigma faced by veteran NHL leaders, and what a healthy mindset means for the Lightning’s playoff ambitions.

The spotlight then shifts to the New Jersey Devils’ ongoing struggle to fulfill their potential. Are Jack Hughes and the Devils ready to break out, or do depth concerns and health risks doom another promising season? Plus, with Alexander Ovechkin potentially entering his final year, the hosts debate whether any player can ever surpass the Washington Capitals captain’s legendary goal record. Rapid-fire analysis, candid takes, and a look ahead at the Metro Division’s unpredictable future—all inside this episode of Locked On Lightning.

00:00 Victor Hedman’s Mental Health

12:24 New Jersey Devils’ Outlook

23:05 Ovechkin’s Goal Record