He won because the NHL, thinking that he would retire, wanted to give him a gift.
Nicklas Lidstrom from the Red Wings
2006 Nicklas Lidstrom, Detroit Red Wings
2006-07 Nicklas Lidstrom Detroit Red Wings
The first European player to win the Norris was Nicklas Lidstrom of the Detroit Red Win gs in 2000/01. He has won it six times since for a total of seven times.
James Norris Memorial Trophy was created in 1953.
bobby orr of Boston bruins won the James Norris trophy in 1972
In 1966, the Norris Trophy was awarded to Pierre Pilote of the Chicago Blackhawks.
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2007/2008 season: Nicklas Lidstrom, Detroit Red Wings
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