Nicklas Lidstrom walks away from Red Wings 'with pride' after 20 'incredible' NHL seasons Lidstrom did not want to continue playing if there was a chance his skills would be diminished. Nicklas Lidstrom's retirement draws reaction from Red Wings players, management Former teammates, coaches, front-office personnel and family reminisce about the star defenseman's career. John Niyo: Nicklas Lidstrom a perfect Wing to the very end At age 42, having accomplished everything in hockey — including four Stanley Cups, an Olympic gold medal, seven Norris trophies and a Conn Smythe Trophy — Lidstrom decided it was time to "walk away with pride, rather than have the game walk away from me." Nicklas Lidstrom goes paddleboarding with Chris Chelios, but stays firm on retirement decision Former teammate took the retiring captain out on a lake, but couldn't get him to change his mind about his future. Nicklas Lidstrom retires after 20 seasons DETROIT — When Ken Holland heard that his All-Star defenseman wanted to meet last Thursday, the Wings' general manager had a feeling it was to deliver a decision Holland wasn't ready to hear. Editorial: Nicklas Lidstrom was Caption Role Model In our sports-obsessed culture, big-time athletes inevitably become role models, whether they like it or not -- and for better or worse. Michigan has had its share of both. NHL star Nicklas Lidstrom retires after 20 seasons Nicklas Lidstrom retired after 20 quietly spectacular seasons with the Detroit Red Wings, leaving a legacy of greatness on and off the ice. NHL roundup: Lidstrom announces his retirement Despite remaining one of the National Hockey League's best defenseman, Nicklas Lidstrom has decided to end his stellar playing career. Lidstrom retires in perfect way Nicklas Lidstrom retires after 20 years in the NHL, all spent in Detroit. (Rick Osentoski-US PRESSWIRE) Nicklas Lidstrom of Detroit Red Wings retires Nicklas Lidstrom is so used to being great that he refused to settle for being just good. Lidstrom retired Thursday after 20 quietly spectacular seasons with the Red Wings, leaving a legacy of greatness on and off the...
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