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Tampa Bay Lightning captain Victor Hedman takes a temporary leave of absence for personal reasons, the team confirms. Details remain private, with the organization asking for Hedman's privacy during this time. The 35-year-old defenseman is in his 17th NHL season, all with the Lightning, where he has secured back-to-back Stanley Cup titles in 2020 and 2021, along with two additional finals appearances. Hedman won the Conn Smythe Trophy as the playoff MVP in the 2020 bubble. This season, he has a goal and 16 assists, averaging nearly 19 minutes of ice time over 33 games. Hedman previously missed significant time due to injury and elbow surgery but returned in February, even representing Sweden at the Milan Cortina Olympics. The Lightning are gearing up for a likely playoff run as they navigate this situation.
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