With Nicklas Backstrom back in the action after missing over three games, his kids had a special message to send to their dad before Thursday's puck drop. As the Capitals face elimination in Game 5 ...

Nicklas Backstrom said he’s “full of energy” after hip rehab ahead of his professional comeback. originally appeared on Athlon Sports. After nearly two decades in North America, Nicklas Backstrom is ...

As former Washington Capitals center Nicklas Backstrom makes his long-awaited return to hockey, Team Sweden is keeping a close eye on him. Backstrom is on Sweden's radar for the upcoming 2026 Winter ...

Get any of our free daily email newsletters — news headlines, opinion, e-edition, obituaries and more. GAVLE, Sweden (AP) — Nicklas Backstrom is resuming his hockey career back in his native Sweden ...

Capitals alternate captain Nicklas Backstrom recorded his 1,000th career point in his 1,037th NHL game Wednesday against the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place, becoming the second player in franchise ...

In Game 1, the Caps didn't get a shot on goal against the Carolina Hurricanes until the ninth minute of the first period. With the pressure ramped up in the first period of Game 2, Nicklas Backstrom ...

Nicklas Backstrom played a total of 1,105 regular-season games, all with the Capitals, and 139 playoff games as well. Over his career, he totaled 1,033 points (271 goals, 762 assists), giving him ...

After nearly two decades in North America, Nicklas Backstrom is heading home nearly two full years after playing his final NHL game with the Washington Capitals. The longtime Capitals center, 37, has ...

After nearly two decades in North America, Nicklas Backstrom is heading home nearly two full years after playing his final NHL game with the Washington Capitals. The longtime Capitals center, 37, has ...