CenterIce 83 Report post Posted February 10, 2007 http://www.theoaklandpress.com/stories/021...007021032.shtml Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haroldsnepsts 4,826 Report post Posted February 10, 2007 He doesn't play a terribly physical game for a defenseman, and he's a workhorse. I could see him playing for several more years if he wants. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingslogo19 281 Report post Posted February 10, 2007 He doesn't play a terribly physical game for a defenseman, and he's a workhorse. I could see him playing for several more years if he wants. I hope so, i want Lids to end his career here with the wings Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Earthhuman 8 Report post Posted February 10, 2007 Messier just didn't know when to quit... I hope Lidstrom realizes when he can no longer play at a high level. Or rather, when he does not contribute more to the team than another guy in the system could match. He hasn't worn his body out yet, and his game is based more on smarts than big hits and turnovers. We shouldn't be worrying about this yet. And I couldn't agree more about the schedule. I hope so, i want Lids to end his career here with the wings ... just not yet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Flip-check 6 Report post Posted February 10, 2007 To retire at thirty-eight would be a damn shame. And considering his style of play that people wisely mention... physically he could easily pass through his early forties, I think. Nick's a steady all-around player, I don't see age pulling him down much. He just glides and works out there. However, him retiring wouldn't be as much about his body, I figure. He was considering relocating to Sweden's leagues for his family's sake a few years ago, wasn't he? If he does end it after next year, I get the impression it might be due to the personal life stuff more than anything. I feel that would be too early... however, this is and always will be just a game, after all. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SouthernWingsFan 854 Report post Posted February 10, 2007 However, him retiring wouldn't be as much about his body, I figure. He was considering relocating to Sweden's leagues for his family's sake a few years ago, wasn't he? If he does end it after next year, I get the impression it might be due to the personal life stuff more than anything. I feel that would be too early... however, this is and always will be just a game, after all. The Red Wings fan in me wants him to remain a Wing as long as possible obviously, but if he wants to move back to Sweden sooner, I will hold no ill-will towards him, nor should any other Wings fans. He's been one of the best Wings players for years and he's been a professional and has done nothing shady. I wouldn't blame him if he wanted to go back there sooner rather than later, it's home and familiarity for him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HenrikRules40 14 Report post Posted February 10, 2007 The Red Wings fan in me wants him to remain a Wing as long as possible obviously, but if he wants to move back to Sweden sooner, I will hold no ill-will towards him, nor should any other Wings fans. He's been one of the best Wings players for years and he's been a professional and has done nothing shady. I wouldn't blame him if he wanted to go back there sooner rather than later, it's home and familiarity for him. I hear you...I really do. But I was reading an article a few months ago and they were talking to Hank and said something to the effect of, it must be nice to have so many Swedes around to help you...like Lidstrom. And Hank goes, who Nick...nah he's American. Plus his kids were all born here. That being said, if he leaves I will still love him and also hold no ill will towards him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Earthhuman 8 Report post Posted February 10, 2007 I hear you...I really do. But I was reading an article a few months ago and they were talking to Hank and said something to the effect of, it must be nice to have so many Swedes around to help you...like Lidstrom. And Hank goes, who Nick...nah he's American. Plus his kids were all born here. That being said, if he leaves I will still love him and also hold no ill will towards him. He's gotta be my second favorite all-time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mila 0 Report post Posted February 11, 2007 Lidstrom is smart not only on the ice, but also off the ice. By the way, is there anyone except Bettmann & Co. who like the current schedule format? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johnnyoski 0 Report post Posted February 11, 2007 By the way, is there anyone except Bettmann & Co. who like the current schedule format? Apparantly Nashville ownership does. They were one of the teams that voted against the schedule change at the owners meetings. Can't blame them. If I lived there I'd want to see Detroit come to town 4 times a year too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Inultus 12 Report post Posted February 12, 2007 Apparantly Nashville ownership does. They were one of the teams that voted against the schedule change at the owners meetings. Can't blame them. If I lived there I'd want to see Detroit come to town 4 times a year too. Exactly. Expansion teams want to have the division teams play each other a lot because division rivalries will bring the people to the games. However, I totally agree with Lidstrom. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites