Nicklas Backstrom is unlikely to play again this season, Capitals GM Brian MacLellan says
Washington is counting on 22-year-old Connor McMichael to shift to center in Backstrom's absence and for others to step up.
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Capitals' Backstrom undergoes hip resurfacing surgery
No timeline was given on his return other than the team saying Backstrom will begin a “lengthy” rehabilitation and recovery process immediately.
Capitals sign Nicklas Backstrom for 5-year, $46M deal
The Capitals have signed Nicklas Backstrom for the long term, agreeing to a $46 million, five-year contract extension on Tuesday.
Player Q&A | Nicklas Backstrom
They handed him No. 19, and he never looked back on his way to over 900 NHL games with the Washington Capitals.
Playoff Performer of the Night | Nicklas Backstrom
Nicklas Backstrom surpassed the 20-point mark with a trio of assists in his seventh multi-point game of the 2018 Stanley Cup Playoffs as the Washington Capitals pulled off a 6-2 win over the Vegas Golden Knights to move within one victory of hoisting hockey’s most coveted prize.
Former 60-goal scorer, Dennis Maruk, sees a bit of himself in current Caps
Dennis Maruk won’t be painting his face to feature the Washington Capitals logo, but the franchise’s first 60-goal scorer will be wearing his heart on his sleeve for the Stanley Cup Final.
Visa Presents: Player Q&A with Nicklas Backstrom
Based on Nicklas Backstrom's number one pet peeve, we get the impression he is a pretty laid back guy! More on the alternate captain for the Washington Capitals in this week's Player Q&A.
Playoff Performer of the Night | Nicklas Backstrom
When stakes are high Nicklas Backstrom just has a habit of coming in clutch, and his three-point Saturday night that included the series-swaying, game-winning goal was no different.
Swedish NHLers confirm or debunk stereotypes about Sweden
From Swedish meatballs and IKEA furniture to beloved Muppets character, the Swedish Chef, Swedish NHL'ers confirm or debunk what many North Americans consider to be staples in Sweden.
Backstrom, WADA, IOC & IIHF: Appeal Proceedings before CAS Conclude Today
The following is a Joint Statement issued by Nicklas Backstrom, WADA, IOC and the IIHF
A Sochi Silver Lining
After a six-month wait, Nicklas Backstrom finally received his silver medal from the Sochi Olympics on Thursday.
NHLPA STATEMENTS RE: IOC RULING
The National Hockey League Players’ Association (NHLPA) released the following statements from Executive Director Don Fehr and Team Sweden forward Nicklas Backstrom regarding today’s decision by the IOC
Week 16 - Hot Heading Into the Break
With the Olympics looming, some of the usual suspects put together memorable weeks