Nicklas Backstrom
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Nicklas Backstrom tallied one goal, two SOG, and one block in a 5-2 loss to the Blues Friday.
Fantasy Impact
Backstrom struck on the power play for his fifth goal of the season. The 35-year-old center has 14 points in 27 games this season.
Nicklas Backstrom tallied one assist in a 3-2 overtime win in Anaheim Wednesday.
Fantasy Impact
Backstrom tallied his seventh helper of the season on the Capitals’ first goal of the game. The veteran center now has nine points in 19 games this season.
Nicklas Backstrom tallied one assist, three SOG, and two blocks in a 4-2 loss to the Ducks.
Fantasy Impact
Backstrom tallied his sixth assist of the season on a first period power play goal. With the Capitals struggling offensively, fantasy managers may be able to find a better option than Backstrom right now.
Nicklas Backstrom tallied one assist, two SOG, and one block in a 3-1 loss to the Red Wings Tuesday.
Fantasy Impact
Backstrom tallied his fifth assist of the season on the lone Capitals’ goal Tuesday. The 35-year-old has points in just two of his last five and is not a must start in a struggling Capitals’ offense.
Nicklas Backstrom tallied one goal and one SOG in a 6-3 loss to the Panthers Thursday.
Fantasy Impact
Backstrom tallied his third goal of the season on the power play in the third period. The 35-year-old has seven points in 14 games this season, including two goals in his last five games.
