Victor Hedman

by John Max 07 Sep,2020

Personal Info

Famous Name

Facts

Birth Name Victor Erik Olof Hedman
Net Worth $20 Million
Currently Married Yes
Birth Country Örnsköldsvik, Sweden
Salary $8,000,000
Married to Sanna Grundberg m. 2017
Famous Name Victor Hedman
Position in Team Defence
Nationality Swedish
Current team Tampa Bay Lightning
Profession NHL Player

Victor Erik Olof Hedman a.k.a. Victor Hedman is a Swedish professional ice hockey defenceman and alternate captain currently signed to the Tampa Bay Lightning of the National Hockey League (NHL). He was picked by the Lightning in the 2009 NHL Entry Draft in the second round.

Born on 18th December 1990, Victor Hedman is a four-time James Norris Memorial Trophy finalist, being nominated in 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020. In 2018, he ultimately won the Trophy. His star sign is Sagittarius.

How Much Is Victor Hedman Net Worth In 2020?

On 9th June 2009, Victor Hedman signed his first professional contract a 3 year $10.5 million deal with Tampa Bay. On 1st December 2011, he signed a 5 year $20 million extension with Tampa Bay. On 1st July 2016, he signed an 8 year $63 million extension with Tampa Bay.

Season	Team	Earnings
2009-2010	Tampa Bay Lightning	$900,000
2010-2011	Tampa Bay Lightning	$900,000
2011-2012	Tampa Bay Lightning	$900,000
2012-2013	Tampa Bay Lightning	$3,000,000
2013-2014	Tampa Bay Lightning	$3,000,000
2014-2015	Tampa Bay Lightning	$4,000,000
2015-2016	Tampa Bay Lightning	$5,750,000
2016-2017	Tampa Bay Lightning	$4,250,000
2017-2018	Tampa Bay Lightning	$8,000,000
2018-2019	Tampa Bay Lightning	$8,000,000
2019-2020	Tampa Bay Lightning	$8,000,000
Total		$46,700,000

In 2019-20, he will earn a base salary of $8,000,000, while carrying a cap hit of $7,875,000. As of 2020, his net worth is approximately $20 million.

Is Victor Hedman Married?

Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Victor Hedman tied the knot with long-time girlfriend Sanna Grundberg in their hometown of Ornskoldsvik on 23rd July 2017. Besides, there is not much information about their love life. Interesting facts such as when did they met, who approached first, or their engagement are under wrapped.

Victor Hedman's wife SOURCE: Inntagram @jenniglenmarkwallen

Additionally, both have set Instagram account private. It seems like Hedman and his wife prefers their personal life behind the camera.

Parents, Siblings, & Education

Ornskoldsvik, Sweden native, Hedman was born to Elizabeth Hedman and Olle Hedman. He grew up alongside his two brothers: Oscar Hed, also a professional hockey player who plays for Modo Hockey, and Johan Hedman, who is not into professional sports.

Hedman initially started out as a goaltender. His father told him if he left the net, he would purchase him the new helmet that he coveted. Since that day, he has not played in goal. Victor told "I'm thankful for that now. You never know what would have happened otherwise."

There is no information regarding his academic background.

NHL Career

Going into the 2009 NHL Entry Draft, Hedman was registered as the second-ranked player and top European player. That year, he was drafted second overall by the Tampa Bay Lightning while John Tavares was 1st overall and was picked by the New York Islanders. On 3rd October 2009, he made his NHL debut for the Lightning against the Atlanta Thrashers.