Entering his 17th season and set to turn 35 years old, Nick and Greg explain why Victor Hedman is STILL one of the NHL's most elite blueliners -- and why Tampa Bay Lightning fans should expect another massive season from the Lightning captain despite his age. We also break down one surprising stat from Hedman's 2024-25 season that could provide a hint as to how Jon Cooper could use his captain a little differently in 2026. Plus, The Atheltic's Dom Luszczyszyn has released his list of the Best & Worst contracts in the NHL, and the Tampa Bay Lightning rank 1st in the league in terms of overall contract efficiency and boast the league's second best contract, Brandon Hagel. We look at the Lightning's Best & Worst Contracts, including one BIG surprise on the "worst" list.

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ve279fGMZq0

Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL

 

Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!

 

Gametime
Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNHL for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.

 

Monarch Money
Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNHL at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnhl for 50% off your first year.

FanDuel
Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.

Indeed
Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to Indeed.com/LOCKEDON right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply.

FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)