Victor Hedman ranked 18th among NHL's top defensemen by NHL Network
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 1:39 PM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Victor Hedman has been ranked 18th in NHL Network's list of top defensemen as of August 15, 2026. Despite playing only 33 games last season due to an elbow injury and time off for mental health, Hedman demonstrated his skill with 17 points. At 35 years old, he aims for full health in the upcoming season after limited play last year. The ranking is part of a nine-part series assessing the league's top talent.
- •Hedman ranks 18th in NHL Network's top 20 defensemen.
- •He played only 33 games last season due to injury issues.
- •Despite limited play, he recorded 17 points in those games.
- •Hedman aims to return to full health for the 2026-27 season.
- 1:39 PMYahoo Sports — Victor Hedman Ranked Among NHL Network’s Top 20 Defensemen
"Despite playing just 33 games last season, Victor Hedman remains one of the NHL’s top defensemen.
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