Lidstrom has played all of his 12 seasons for Detroit. He has won 3 Stanley Cups (1997, 1998, 2002). He was drafted in 1989 by Detroit. His best season was 1999-00 when he had 73 points.
In 1995-96, Nicklas finished second on the team in defence scoring for the third straight year (67 points to Coffey's 74) and participated in his first mid-season All-Star Game.
In 1998-99, Nicklas finished tied for second in league scoring amongst defencemen with 57 points and led the Red Wings to a Central Division title.
Nicklas played in his third All-Star Game, was a First Team All-Star and was a runner-up to both the Norris and Lady Byng trophies.