Lightning’s Victor Hedman discusses mental health: ‘It is OK not to be OK’

Aug 26, 2026, 5:40 PM ET|Comments (0)

from Sportsnet,

Victor Hedman took a personal leave late last season to focus on his mental health.

Now, the Tampa Bay Lightning star defenceman is speaking up about some of the strides he's made.

In an interview with NHL.com 's Dan Rosen, Hedman said he has been working regularly with his longtime therapist and is feeling "super motivated" heading into the season.

"A lot of great support," Hedman, 35, said. "I was super flattered by that."

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