Steve Yzerman @ MindSay

It will likely be strange for Detroit Red Wings fans to see someone else wearing the captain's "C" this upcoming season, but Steve Yzerman's reported replacement will be comforting.

According to a report in the Detroit Free Press, veteran defenseman and fan favorite Nicklas Lidstrom will be the next captain of the Red Wings. A source within the organization told the newspaper that the team will wait on making an official announcement, but no timetable was given.

Lidstrom, 36, has been with the team since the 1991-92 season and has played his entire NHL career in Detroit. After winning his fourth straight Norris Trophy in June, Lidstrom signed a new two-year deal with the club. Lidstrom served as alternate captain over the past few seasons.

I read in the Detroit  News this morning that the Detroit Red Wings re-signed Steve Yzerman.  He is definitely my favorite player, hands down.  At 40 years old he still kicks ass, though it is getting harder for him.  I was worried about whether he'd come back after the lockout or not, but I don't have to worry anymore. :)