Wilson was drafted sixth overall by the Chicago Blackhawks in the 1977 NHL Entry Draft. He spent his first eight seasons with the Blackhawks, where he established himself as one of the league's premier defensemen. He was named to the NHL All-Star Team seven times and won the Norris Trophy in 1982 and 1983. He was also part of the Blackhawks' Stanley Cup-winning team in 1981.
After leaving the Blackhawks in 1991, Wilson spent two seasons with the San Jose Sharks before retiring in 1993. He then joined the Sharks' front office as a scout and eventually became the team's general manager in 2003. He held that position until 2020, when he was named the Sharks' executive vice president and general manager.
Throughout his career, Wilson has been a leader both on and off the ice. He was a mentor to many of the Sharks' young players and was instrumental in the team's success. He was also a leader in the NHL's efforts to promote diversity and inclusion.
Wilson's career has been one of the most successful in NHL history. He has been a leader both on and off the ice and has been a major contributor to the success of the Sharks. He is a two-time Norris Trophy winner, a seven-time NHL All-Star, and a member of the Hockey Hall of Fame. He will be remembered as one of the greatest players in NHL history.
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