Wings' Lidstrom Weighs Future Options: Nicklas Lidstrom is once again weighing his options regarding retirement, MLive.com reports. (Updated 04/22/2012)
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Fantasy Analysis
He'll likely take a couple of months to make a decision, and would probably tip off general manager Ken Holland to the idea that he wouldn't return prior to the start of free agency. Nicklas Lidstrom's offensive production slipped in a big way this season as he delivered 34 points in 70 games after racking up 62 points in 82 games during the 2010-11 season, but he still managed a plus-21 rating and the Wings would undoubtedly be happy to have their captain back for another season. (Updated 04/22/2012).
05/08/2012 11:31 Where do the Predators, Ryan Suter go from here after disappointing exit?
The Nashville Predators were seen as a real Cup contender this season, but after being bounced by the Coyotes in five games, the questions begin about what happens with Ryan Suter and the rest of the roster.
04/26/2012 11:04 Zdeno Chara, Shea Weber, Erik Karlsson finalists for Norris Trophy
Who was the best defenseman in the NHL this season according to the Professional Hockey Writers Association? It was one of these three, the finalists for the Norris Trophy: Shea Weber of the Predators, Erik Karlsson of the Senators and Zdeno Chara of the Boston Bruins.
Lidstrom is making us believe that Ponce de Leon may have actually been Swedish. After losing Brian Rafalski to retirement, the Wings' blue line received a significant boost when Lidstrom decided to return for his 20th season, as he continues to play at an extremely high level. Lidstrom finished second among NHL defensemen in 2010-11 with 62 points, while playing a full 82-game schedule for the second straight year. Even with some regression at age 41, we can't bet against the possibility of another Norris-caliber campaign. (Updated 10/4/11)
