Victor Hedman Activated From LTIR, Expected to Return Saturday

Victor Hedman (undisclosed) was activated from long-term injured reserve Saturday, per the NHL media site. He is expected to return to the Tampa Bay Lightning's lineup against the Islanders after a 12-game absence. This season, Hedman has recorded 12 assists, 23 shots on goal, 28 blocked shots, and seven hits in 15 appearances.