@@TheSkeletor612im late by a few years but Lidström is batter then orr. Orr made alot of points but Lidström is more complete and have defenitly batter defensiv qualities.
I never used to like chara, probably because I liked the Canucks... but after hearing him congratulating all the St. Louis Blues in the handshake line after losing game 7... I have so much respect for him now
To me, as a Bruins fan, Bobby Orr was a revolutionary player and obviously considered the greatest only second to Gretzky ever. Nick Lidstrom is a close second. I only say that because it’s not fair to either Orr or Lid to compare them to one another. For Lidstrom to win 7 Norris Trophies, in the era that he played in, is unprecedented, BECAUSE he had flaws. He wasn’t necessarily the best skater, he wasn’t without a doubt the best passer, but his entire game was as complete as you can get for an NHL defenseman. If you say he’s the best ever, no argument is justified.
Growing up playing defense, Lidstrom was always my idol. His dedication to being the best at the position combined with the way he carried himself on and off the ice are nothing short of inspiring.
Joe Sakic said the toughest defensemen to beat one on one Nicklas Lidstrom he was faster than you and smarter you could never beat him one on one. he was tough to play against.
Imagine if Detroit had nick on one line and Chara on the other. Plus add players like rafalski and kronwall who were both underrated that would be one of the most lethal top 4 pairings all time imo
