BTLS | 6AM TH. May 7 - Hedman’s Mental-Health Leave, Missed Games, and the “Story”
Published on May 7, 2026, 10:00:00 AM
Total time: 00:44:00
Published on May 7, 2026, 10:00:00 AM
Total time: 00:44:00
On this episode of the Bubba the Love Sponge® Show, the crew spends nearly the whole segment on Victor Hedman’s season, hammering the Tampa Bay Lightning for how they handled his late‑season absence and asking whether “mental health and personal reasons” really explain why their $9‑million‑a‑year captain disappeared for roughly 50 games, including the entire playoff run. They play off his exit presser about needing to be a “better husband and dad,” point out that he was officially scratched as an “illness” in Vancouver after already missing long stretches with an elbow issue, and argue that for a franchise that’s been a Cup contender for a decade, the C has an obligation to show up, face hard questions, and be transparent with fans instead of hiding behind vague injury labels while mental‑health support programs like the NHLPA’s First Line and the league’s player‑assistance system exist to help guys who are legitimately struggling.
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