Now Playing
Share Video
Link copied!

Hedman (undisclosed) is unavailable for Saturday's preseason tilt versus Nashville, Eduardo A. Encina of the Tampa Bay Times reports.

Hedman likely wasn't going to play in Saturday's game anyway after leaving Friday's exhibition contest against Carolina early as a precaution. According to Lightning reporter Gabby Shirley, Hedman didn't participate in Saturday's practice. The outstanding defenseman had 15 goals, 51 helpers and 133 blocked shots over 79 regular-season appearances in 2024-25. He could return as early as Tuesday versus Florida, but the Lightning probably won't rush him back into the lineup during preseason action.

More News