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Nicklas Lidstrom Retires: Red Wings Star Done After 20 Seasons

May 31st 2012 - 11:56AM

Defenseman Nicklas Lidstrom retired Thursday after 20 seasons with the Detroit Red Wings, ending one of the best careers in NHL history.

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Nicklas Erik Lidström (born April 28, 1970) is a retired Swedish professional ice hockey defenceman who played his entire 20-season National Hockey League (NHL) career with the Detroit Red Wings, captaining the Red Wings for the final six seasons of his career.

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