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Tampa Bay Lightning head coach Jon Cooper says captain Victor Hedman is “on the doubtful side” to play in their first-round NHL playoff series against the Montreal Canadiens.
The Lightning trail the Canadiens 1-0 heading into Game 2 on Tuesday in Tampa, Fla.
Hedman took part in Tampa Bay’s optional morning skate after recently rejoining the team following a leave of absence for personal absence.
He hasn’t played since March 19.
The 35-year-old Swede was limited to 33 games in the regular season, posting one goal and 16 assists, after also missing time due to elbow surgery and an undisclosed injury.
In other lineup updates, Lightning defenceman Declan Carlile is drawing in for Charle-Edouard D’Astous, who exited Game 1 following a hit from Josh Anderson.
The NHL playoffs kick off April 18, and the Montreal Canadiens have secured their spot. Here’s a look at how they got there and what their chances are of winning it all.
