Victor Hedman | Press Conference 7.2.24

Defenseman Victor Hedman speaks to the media after signing a four-year contract extension with the Lightning.
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[@kamyar5264]

You can tell he isn’t happy about it

[@mrright1068]

Who is? Not seeing Stammer drilling the goalie from the faceoff circle will be missed.

[@Usiris23]

Not only did he lose a teammate but he lost a best friend 😢 I feel for ya Heddy, love ya man 💙

[@kamyar5264]

@@mrright1068trust me I’m not happy either

[@DannyEberhart1]

You know it's a tough move when another player opens their presser with comments and thoughts on another player's departure

[@mrright1068]

Your a class act Victor so glad for you and your family with this extension!

[@FinanceML]

I look forward to Hedman taking on this role. I do wish there was a better scenario for him to have a presser - could have waited a few days I think.

[@pb4ugo19]

Lmao JBB wanted to quickly turn the page from yesterday. 😂😂

[@casey2573]

Sad & happy for him at the same time!

[@frenchyleboeuf]

Victor is an ICON of this franchise. He is a master class and handled this press conference with grace and professionalism. I just wish the questions were more centered on Victor’s extension and not Stamkos’ departure.

[@JP-wo7yb]

Hope the team can bounce back from Stammers departure

[@thomaskeery3039]

its a tough move made no sense we had the money to pay stammer he was trying everything he could to stay that being said heddy is obviously the next in line for the C not his fault that he got arguably overpaid while cap was offered 3m a year just ridiculous

[@dianad843]

First, we love ya Heddy and glad your staying! OMG, reporters, stop with the questions regarding Stammer and Sergy. The first one was okay, but the rest of you all dont need to be repetitive. Heddy is upset and sad so leave it at that. What more can he say? He's not going to tell you what was said between him and Stammer.

[@joanna78.Lightning]

Well said!!! Thought the exact same thing! Congrats Heddy!!!! Couldn’t be happier!! 🎉🎉🎉🙌🏼♥️🇸🇪💙⚡️🐐💙⚡️💙⚡️

[@MicrowaveOvenmit]

Hedman is super super not retiring a bolt.

[@krismegood9092]

It's going to be weird to see them play against each other

[@aznbro5559]

💔

[@jenny9075]

He must be devastated to lose Steven.. 🙁🙁❤

[@aznbro5559]

This is his team now😢

[@thefrdshow5779]

So we had the money for him but not for Steven? This post is not for Victor, is for our GM. I love Victor and what he has done for our team but very disappointing on our organization

[@decembersgal]

Great reply!

[@hiphippo6696]

I know it’s difficult to say but an aging goal scorer like Stamkos is easier to replace than a 6’7 two way Norris caliber defenseman so prioritizing Herman is the right move

[@greg33770]

No Thanks....cancelling my season tickets !

[@decembersgal]

Personally, I wished Stamkos stayed and Hedman can go. All the homers hang onto him like he was a god or something. I saw many many plays that were below average standards. Many times he was behind the net, being the only D man down there and leaving Vasilevskiy to fend for himself. I see him moving slowly many times, not with gumption. I don't see him, and at HIS size, even hit other players (extremely rarely). I feel he'd rather be a forward rather than defenseman. I hate what they did to Stamkos, feel it was extremely disrespectful on Brisbois' part. Well, the proof is in the pudding and we'll see what events but what I say is Karma is a you-know-what!

[@dcg2868]

Hedman knows they screwed stammer over

[@jfayiii]

"I'm next."

[@res19ncm]

We are all hurting along with Heddy regarding Stammer no longer being a Bolt. Knowing Victor got a 4 year extension though is a blessing for all of Tampa!

[@andrewmatheson4380]

Is there any other option for taking over the captaincy role then hedman now? He's the clear front runner.

[@normanterry7985]

I know it sucks Stammer is gone, but the first half of last year we saw his lack of production, his liability on defense and why he wasn't worth a giant extension. I think JBB made a very hard move, but it needed to be done.

[@andrewmatheson4380]

Definitely agree. As a business stand point it's probably a smart move to use that money on a younger talented piece.

[@aznbro5559]

It’s just going to be a while till I can not imagine not seeing 91 on the ice

[@johnmarinake271]

Lame questions from press. Ask about the amazing plus record Hedy has and the minus numbers of those who aren’t with us. Gave up too many goals while on the ice.

[@CPeets]

Reading between the lines, hearing his words and seeing the mannerisms… He’s pissed at Stammer

[@danibananeee]

Genuinely curious what makes you say that. Could you give an example?

[@chelious1973]

Such stupid questions. He should be the captain as he now has been there the longest. Kuch too but Kuch likes to keep to himself so probably not.

[@user-qb6iq5qp2m]

What is the story behind the hat and the upside down “Tampa “? We know what it means when you display a country’s flag upside down. Interesting.

[@ChiefsRaysBolts]

It’s just a popular fashion trend right now. Tons of athletes from different cities are wearing them.

[@Usiris23]

Hard to compare words and a flag 😂

[@user-qb6iq5qp2m]

Why put him out there, when all the questions about Stamkos were coming. He seemed uninterested and perturbed,don’t blame him. Management has not looked good past couple of days with the handling of this. Gave Hedman what Stamkos was asking for, cheap shot?

[@user-qb6iq5qp2m]

@@ChiefsRaysBolts I guess I’m to old for the latest fashion trends 😂

[@jfayiii]

@@user-qb6iq5qp2m agreed

[@dcg2868]

Some of the dumbest questions asked... terrible "journalists"

[@overmuch67]

Stammer deal could have been done with future considerations and other money options created by the OWNER Vinik....................it's just sad, BUT everyone needs to remember that 'The Great One' was traded, Joe Montana was traded and eventually Brady was traded, so just suck it up and FOCUS ALL YOUR ENERGY INTO GETTING BRISBOIS OUSTED! heeheheheheheheheh