DETROIT – More than three months since his induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame, the Red Wings honored the greatest defenseman in club history on Tuesday.
Nicklas Lidstrom, who has played in more games in a Red Wings’ uniform than any other defenseman, participated in a ceremonial puck drop before the Wings hosted the Columbus Blue Jackets at Joe Louis Arena.
Before the game, the former Wings’ captain held a new conference in the Alumni Room, where he talked about his illustrious career, the current state of the Red Wings, the upcoming alumni game in Colorado, and his role in helping assemble Team Sweden for the World Cup of Hockey that will be played in Toronto in September.