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Two More Years For Lidstrom
by IwoCPO on 12/26/07 at 01:21 PM ET
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Whoa. This one came out of nowhere, as Holland’s moves typically do. Nick Lidstrom has extended for two more years.
The Wings just announced they have signed defenseman Nicklas Lidstrom to a two-year extension that runs through 2009-10. Lidstrom was in the final year of his contract, earning $7.6 million.
“Nick has been the best defenseman in the world for several years”, Holland said in a statement. “He’s a great captain and role model who does everything right both on and off the ice. We’re proud to have him continue as a Red Wing for another two years.”
No indication as to whether the money is for more than the 7.6 he’s currently making…
More from TSN. No word on salary.
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This means Kenny will be sticking around for a couple more as well… right?
This is good news, people. Good news.
Posted by cementslinger from Midland MI on 12/26/07 at 02:42 PM ET
Red Wings Jeopardy:
What is “one of the easiest contract decisions for Ken Holland, ever” Alex?
Posted by Baroque from Michigan on 12/26/07 at 02:58 PM ET
No doubt, Baroque. It makes it even easier if Khan is correct and Nick decides he’d be happy taking a little dip in salary to benefit the rest of the club.
Posted by Nathan on 12/26/07 at 03:03 PM ET
$$ details at the TSN link now. Looks like he’ll take a small hit. Way to go Braintrust.
Posted by ColdWar on 12/26/07 at 03:41 PM ET
Praise Jesus!!! And yes, it does indeed look like Boy Wonder will be staying at least two more years.
Nick is the MAN!!! Hell, he even takes a pay cut to stay with the Winged Wheel!! How’s that for leadership by example. Wonder if Hank is paying attention to that fact.
Spector noted in his blog earlier today that he did’nt think Nick had any desire to play anywhere else—hit that nail squarely on the head—as usual.
Got a christmas present the day after—what a deal!!! WooHoo!!! Now if the Wings take the Blues to the woodshed tonite it will have made for a terrific day!!!
Posted by Jeff OKWingnut from Quest for 12 on 12/26/07 at 04:22 PM ET
An excellent signing by the Wings. It’s nice to see that he took a bit of a cut if it meant helping the team to remain competitive for years to come.
Zetterberg’s contract ends in 2009. Here’s hoping the Wings brass signs him to a long-term contract similar to Datsyuk’s.
Congrats to THE best defenseman in the world.
Posted by SYF from Las Vegas, NV on 12/26/07 at 04:45 PM ET
Woohoo! This is great news! Holland does it again!
Posted by hockeychic from Denver, CO on 12/27/07 at 11:06 AM ET
Double WooHoo!!! Chris Lindstrom for two more years!!!
Posted by BobTheZee on 12/27/07 at 01:52 PM ET
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Khan is currently claiming that it’ll be a slight pay cut. Hopefully we’re looking at something like 7.2 or lower so as to provide the money for at least one (of many) players’ deserved raises.
Posted by Nathan on 12/26/07 at 02:37 PM ET