Nicklas Backstrom

Washington Capitals #19 - Center

  • Born: 11/23/87
  • Age: 29
  • Height: 6'1"
  • Weight: 213
  • Seasons: 2007

Washington Capitals: Are the Kids Alright?

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As one window closes, another opens...

Capitals sign Evgeny Kuznetsov to 8-year, $62.4 million contract extension

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That’s a massive $7.8 million per year for the Capitals center.

2016-17 Rink Wrap: Barry Trotz

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Now that we've covered the players, it's time to turn our attention to the man behind the bench, Barry Trotz.

Drouin-for-Sergachev trade spells trouble for the Golden Knights

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By acquiring an ineligible player for an eligible expansion draft player, the Lightning are able to protect an asset Vegas would likely have wanted.

Capitals Aquire Tyler Graovac from Minnesota

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The move allows the Capitals to protect an extra 40/70 game requirement forward

AAtJ Staff Chat: Nico vs Nolan Roundtable Discussion

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This draft will see the first #1 overall selection in Devils’ history. While good news, it has spurred a heated debate on who to take — Nico Hischier or Nolan Patrick.

Monday Caps Clips

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Daily Washington Capitals news and notes: The Holtbys rock the rainbow, Justin Williams takes an oath, Dmitri Khristich is a Cap again and more.

2016-17 Rink Wrap: Marcus Johansson

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From Alzner to Winnik, we're taking a look at and grading the 2016-17 season for every player who laced 'em up for the Caps for a significant number of games during the campaign, with an eye...

JRR Episode 53: Playing Styles and Roster Composition

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Ryan Stimson of Hockey Graphs discusses playing styles and how the Capitals might’ve matched up poorly against the Penguins

Thursday Caps Clips

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Daily Washington Capitals news and notes: Breaking down Mac’s season breakdown, all about Ovi and more.

JRR Episode 52: Alzner Through Carlson

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RMNB’s Pat Holden stops by to review some reviews

NHL’s questionable playoff officiating looms over Stanley Cup Final

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NHL referees could play a big role in the Predators-Penguins series, whether you like it or not.