Note: This item is listed with an asterisk, * , which means it is owned by a private collector, and is available on consignment. Nicklas Lidstrom wore this white jersey while playing for the Detroit Red Wings during their 6-4 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks in the 2009 Winter Classic at Wrigley Field in Chicago, IL. In the NHL's third-ever regular season outdoor game, and the second played in the United States, 40,818 fans saw the Red Wings wear Retro jerseys inspired by the club's 1926-27 uniforms in freezing conditions. Lidstrom registered an assist while wearing this jersey on the second of Jiri Hudler's two second period goals, which tied the game at 3-3 at 12:43 of the second period. Lidstrom scored 16 goals with 43 assists in 2008-09 while averaging 24:49 on ice and was +31. The Hockey Hall of Famer and four-time Stanley Cup Champion was a one-club player for his 20 NHL seasons and won seven Norris Trophies, tied with Doug Harvey for second all-time and one behind the legendary Bobby Orr. Lidstrom scored 1,142 points in his NHL career, sixth all-time among defensemen. HIs 264 goals rank eighth all-time among defensemen and his 878 assists rank sixth. Lidstrom is also the Red Wings' all-time leader in +/- at +450. The jersey will include an original NHL-MGG Letter of Authenticity.
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