Nicklas Lidström

Top Shelf: Surprising Wings deserve lead over Blackhawks

1 day ago

Although the news came a month after Lidstrom's 42nd birthday, the loss of the seven-time Norris Trophy winner figured to loom large on this season.

Commentary: Red Wings' Zetterberg living up to his captain title

4 days ago

"Zetterberg took over as captain right before the season began, the natural successor to Nicklas Lidstrom, groomed for the role since Steve Yzerman retired in 2006.

Top Shelf: Boston comeback shakes up Round 2 matchups

8 days ago

Detroit, meanwhile, is a team in transition since the retirement of captain and seven-time Norris-winning defenseman Nicklas Lidstrom.

Deep Blackhawks present challenge for Red Wings' D

8 days ago

Lidstrom's absence left a giant hole in front of Howard, but Detroit then decided to trade Brad Stuart to San Jose in June because he made it clear that he wanted to be closer to his family.

Stanley Cup Playoff Preview - Chicago vs. Detroit

8 days ago

While Kronwall is no Lidstrom, he is the best all-around defenseman on a roster that also includes Jonathan Ericsson, Kyle Quincey, Brendan Smith and Jakub Kindl.

Blackhawks, Red Wings mirror images

9 days ago

"The Wings' stars are finesse players Pavel Datsyuk and Henrik Zetterberg and until this season featured one of the most skilled defensemen in NHL history, Nicklas Lidstrom.

Drew Sharp: Red Wings' age is no excuse to lower expectations

19 days ago

The Wings aren't cut any slack because of the challenges of replacing Nicklas Lidstrom while also adjusting to the tenor of a new captain, Henrik Zetterberg.

Top Shelf: Stanley Cup Playoff Primer

22 days ago

Playing in their first season since the retirement of legendary defenseman Nicklas Lidstrom, the Red Wings did manage to keep their epic postseason streak alive, but the seventh-place finish in...

Stanley Cup Playoff Preview - Anaheim vs. Detroit

22 days ago

After breaking into the league in 1991-92, Lidstrom carved out one of the greatest careers by an NHL defenseman over his 20 years in Detroit.

Helene Elliott: It's time to recognize top performers at halfway mark of NHL season

72 days ago

Letang has more finesse and ice time (26:09 versus 24:05) but Kronwall is physical and has lifted his game since Nicklas Lidstrom retired.

Realignment will cost Sharks an archrival

83 days ago

"I think they'll be the first ones to tell you he was a huge part of their team," said Sharks defenseman Douglas Murray, a teammate of Lidstrom's on Team Sweden in the 2010 Olympics.

Blue Jackets rally to beat Red Wings 3-2

90 days ago

The Red Wings, though, showed that a two-goal lead isn't safe for their rebuilding team that is missing former defensemen Nicklas Lidstrom and Brad Stuart.

Red Wings can't hold 2-0 lead as Blues rally for victory

92 days ago

Lidstrom was at the game, no less, in town for a promotional event, and he and Tomas Holmstrom got a thunderous ovation when shown on the Jumbotron.

At 42, Ducks' Teemu Selanne an ageless scorer

97 days ago

Much like former Red Wings defenseman Nicklas Lidstrom, Ducks forward Teemu Selanne has reached a zenith where even opponents flat-out worship him.

Steen scores in OT in Blues 4-3 win over Red Wings

98 days ago

Seven-time Norris Trophy winner Nicklas Lidstrom got a standing ovation when he was shown on the videoboards, attending his first game since retiring last summer.

Drew Sharp: Red Wings team known for explosive bursts is barely fizzling

120 days ago

But it's not just the loss of Nicklas Lidstrom.

Retiring from Red Wings, Holmstrom says he had greatest job in the world

120 days ago

"Holmstrom met with Lidstrom, who retired in May, back in Sweden after New Year's to talk over the decision.

Detroit Red Wings (0-1-0) at Columbus Blue Jackets (1-0-0), 7:30 p.m. (ET)

121 days ago

"Opening a season without retired defenseman Nicklas Lidstrom, goaltender Jimmy Howard allowed five goals on 28 shots.

Blues present a shutout case in opener

123 days ago

On a night when the Blues played their first game under new ownership, and Detroit played its first without future Hall of Fame defenseman Nicklas Lidstrom, a changing of the guard in the Central...

Open and shut: Red Wings simply overpowered in all aspects against Blues

123 days ago

Any questions about how they'd do without Nicklas Lidstrom, whether their potential on offense could mask their deficiency on defense, were answered early, often and awfully.

Breaking down the NHL's Western Conference

123 days ago

THE WORD: The Wings aren't getting any younger and lost Nicklas Lidstrom and Tomas Holmstrom to retirement.

Detroit Red Wings (0-0-0) at St. Louis Blues (0-0-0), 8 p.m. (ET)

123 days ago

All Lidstrom did over his 20 seasons with the Red Wings was win seven Norris Trophies as the league's top defenseman, but he announced his retirement and is now a scout with the club.

NHL's Western Conference preview

124 days ago

DETROIT2011-12: 48-28-6 (102 points); 5th in West.It's difficult to picture the Red Wings without defenseman Nicklas Lidstrom, whose retirement ended a marvelous career.

Five questions about the NHL's Western Conference

124 days ago

2. How will the Detroit Red Wings adjust to life without Nicklas Lidstrom?

Wait's over, but hard work is just beginning for Red Wings

124 days ago

The departures of both Lidstrom and Brad Stuart left a huge chasm, and the Wings weren't able to reload with any star replacements in the off-season.

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