# Which Leader Is at GREATEST Risk—Jon Cooper, Victor Hedman, or Brayden Point?

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Podcast: [Locked On Lightning - Daily Podcast On The Tampa Bay Lightning](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-lightning-daily-podcast-on-the-tampa-bay-lightning-946332)
Published: 2026-09-14T22:45:00+00:00
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## Resource

Tampa Bay Lightning face mounting pressure as the threat of a fourth straight first-round playoff exit looms. Who’s truly on the hot seat—Brayden Point after a disappointing season, Victor Hedman following inconsistent play, or even Coach Jon Cooper despite his recent Jack Adams award? Greg Stephen breaks down the pivotal questions surrounding the Lightning’s core, examining roster dynamics, potential shakeups, and the critical importance of postseason performance for stars like Nikita Kucherov. The episode also spotlights the Lightning’s upcoming preseason clash with the Nashville Predators, highlighting key additions like Ross Colton and assessing Nashville’s revamped depth chart. Plus, it’s Prediction Corner: hear projected stats for Pontus Holmberg and Zemgus Girgensons, and get an inside look at how fan-generated prediction sheets stack up. With the season opener just days away, can the Lightning reset their trajectory—or will big changes loom if early struggles continue? 00:00 Who's on the Hot Seat? 13:52 Nashville Predators Preview 22:24 Prediction Corner: Player Projections

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