The Hockey News highlights Detroit Red Wings' dominance in playoffs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 1:11 AM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
The Hockey News has unveiled its archives, showcasing the Detroit Red Wings' triumph during the 2002 Stanley Cup Playoffs. In the final series against the Carolina Hurricanes, the Red Wings secured a convincing victory, clinching their 10th championship. Defenseman Nicklas Lidstrom earned the Conn Smythe Trophy, becoming the first European to achieve this honor. Coach Scotty Bowman, having retired, solidified his legacy as the first NHL coach with nine championships. The coverage highlights Lidstrom's significant contributions, including leading all defensemen in playoff scoring.
- •Detroit Red Wings won their 10th Stanley Cup in 2002
- •Nicklas Lidstrom named Conn Smythe Trophy winner
- •Scotty Bowman retires after nine championships
- •Lidstrom leads defensemen with five goals in playoffs
- •The Hockey News archives span 76 years of hockey history
- 1:11 AMYahoo Sports — From The Hockey News Archives: Detroit Domination
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