BREAKING NEWS: Victor Hedman Wants Has Asked To Leave After Controversy
Victor Hedman of the Tampa Bay Lightning has struggled defensively this season, showing a significant drop in his expected goals against per 60 minutes compared to previous seasons.
There are several possible reasons for his decline. One factor could be lingering injury issues, as he underwent knee surgery after the 2020-21 season.
Additionally, at 32 years old, fatigue and the physical toll of playing a lot of hockey over the past few years may be affecting his performance.
The Lightning’s defensive lineup changes, including the loss of key players like Jan Rutta and Ryan McDonagh, could also be contributing to Hedman’s difficulties in adjusting to new defensive partners and roles.
Despite these challenges, it’s still early in the season, and there’s a possibility that Hedman could rebound to his usual elite level of play.