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On YouTubeWashington Capitals News / Yardbarker / March 27
The Capitals are a riddle wrapped in a mystery inside an enigma
The Washington Capitals are manifesting success. Somehow.
Washington Capitals News / Yardbarker / December 1
Capitals are winning again, but it's not Alex Ovechkin leading the way
The Capitals have returned to playing playoff-level hockey this season, and Tom Wilson and the youngsters are the biggest reason why.
Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / November 8
Capitals place Stanley Cup-winning forward on LTIR
The Washington Capitals have placed veteran forward Nicklas Backstrom on LTIR.
Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 8
Capitals place Nicklas Backstrom on LTIR
The Washington Capitals have placed top center Nicklas Backstrom on long-term injured reserve.
Washington Capitals News / Washington Hockey Now / November 8
Capitals Place Backstrom On LTIR; Sgarbossa Recalled
One week after he announced that he would step away from the ice, Washington Capitals center Nicklas Backstrom has been placed on long term injured reserve, the team announced Wednesday.
Washington Capitals News / Field Level Media / November 6
Capitals GM: C Nicklas Backstrom (hip) likely out for season
Due to issues with his surgically repaired left hip, Washington Capitals center Nicklas Backstrom likely won't return this season, general manager Brian MacLellan said Monday.
Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / November 6
Capitals GM Brian MacLellan updates Nicklas Backstrom's status
On Monday during a press conference, Capitals general manager Brian MacLellan announced that Backstrom will unlikely play again this season.
Washington Capitals News / Washington Hockey Now / November 3
Capitals Postgame: No More No. 19; What Went Wrong Offensively?
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Capitals’ three-game win streak has been snapped. Thursday’s 3-0 loss to the New York Islanders was anything but pretty. Partly to blame was luck, partly to blame was execution, but ultimately there were a handful of notes to take away.
Washington Capitals News / Washington Hockey Now / November 2
Oshie, Wilson To Split ‘A’ Duties In Backstrom’s Absence
The Washington Capitals cannot replace Nicklas Backstrom. But with most of the season still ahead of them, the best the team can do is try to move on. TJ Oshie and Tom Wilson will split alternate captain duties in Backstrom’s absence, head coach Spencer Carbery said Thursday, joining defenseman John Carlson.
Washington Capitals News / Washington Hockey Now / November 2
Without Backstrom, Capitals Missing Longtime Leader And Friend
It was the dawn of a new season, and Washington Capitals center Nicklas Backstrom felt 100% — quite the feat for the 35-year-old, who was entering his 17th year in the NHL.
NHL News / Oilersnation / November 1
Senators general manager Pierre Dorion fired following invalidated trade and Capitals Nicklas Backstrom to step away from hockey
The Ottawa Senators have agreed to part ways with general manager Pierre Dadonov after the reprecussions of a mismanaged trade resulted in the stripping of the Senators future first-round pick at one of the next three NHL Drafts.
Washington Capitals News / Washington Hockey Now / November 1
Connor’s Chance? Capitals’ Center Options After Backstrom Steps Away
Wednesday was a dark day in Washington Capitals history, but one that most knew was coming sooner rather than later. Nicklas Backstrom said before the start of the season that his surgically-repaired hip was feeling 100%, but after eight games the 35-year-old center is calling it quits — for now.
Washington Capitals News / NHL Trade Talk / November 1
Nicklas Backstrom Steps Away from Hockey, Capitals React
In a joint announcement on Wednesday, Nicklas Backstrom of the Washington Capitals and General Manager Brian MacLellan revealed sad news. Backstrom has made the challenging decision to step away from professional hockey due to his persistent injury concerns.
Washington Capitals News / DC Sports King / November 1
Nicklas Backstrom stepping away from Capitals due to health concerns
Washington Capitals center Nicklas Backstrom is stepping away from the team for the foreseeable future to address his ongoing hip issue. Backstrom underwent hip resurfacing surgery during the offseason following the 2021-22 season.
Washington Capitals News / Field Level Media / November 1
Capitals C Nicklas Backstrom steps away due to injury
Nicklas Backstrom announced Wednesday he is stepping away from the Washington Capitals due to an injury. The 35-year-old center and alternate captain has played in all eight games this season, recording one assist.
Washington Capitals News / Washington Hockey Now / November 1
Backstrom Stepping Away from Capitals
Nicklas Backstrom is stepping away from hockey and the Washington Capitals. The player and organization released a joint statement on X announcing that Backstrom is stepping away, though no timeline for return or final decisions on his career has been made.
Washington Capitals News / Daily Faceoff / November 1
Capitals' Nicklas Backstrom to step away due to 'ongoing injury situation'
The Washington Capitals have announced that forward Nicklas Backstrom is taking time away from the game to focus on his health.
Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 1
Capitals center Nicklas Bäckström to take leave of absence
Washington Capitals center Nicklas Bäckström has decided to step away from the team as he deals with a lingering injury situation.
Washington Capitals News / Washington Hockey Now / September 8
Nicklas Backstrom, Manassas Brewery To Release ‘Swede-est Assist’ Hazy IPA Beer
Nicklas Backstrom is diving head first into the beer business. The longtime Washington Capitals center has partnered with Manassas-based Eavesdrop Brewery to release the “Swede-est Assist” Hazy IPA — a play on Backstrom’s home country and key role as the Capitals’ franchise assist leader.
Washington Capitals News / DC Sports King / June 2
Capitals to make decision on Nicklas Backstrom at training camp
The Washington Capitals are ushering in a new era following the hire of head coach Spencer Carbery. While the Capitals try to blend the old with the new, one hobbled veteran may be at a crossroads.
Washington Capitals News / Yardbarker / February 20, 2023
Can the Capitals keep their playoff streak alive?
With 24 games left in the regular season, the Washington Capitals are 28-24-6 and one point outside the playoff picture. Missing the postseason for the first time since 2014 is a possibility.
Washington Capitals News / DC Sports King / January 9, 2023
Nicklas Backstrom admitted to being nervous before return
Washington Capitals center Nicklas Backstrom made his season debut in Sunday’s win over the Columbus Blue Jackets. Backstrom missed the first 42 games of the season following off-season hip surgery.
Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 7, 2023
Capitals center Niicklas Backstrom will make season debut on Sunday
A few months ago, there were questions as to whether Capitals center Nicklas Backstrom would be able to play ever again, let alone this season. However, his recovery from hip resurfacing surgery has gone well and the veteran is ready to suit up as the team announced that he will make his season debut tomorrow against Columbus.
Washington Capitals News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 28, 2022
Nicklas Backstrom in COVID protocol
It had been a promising scene at Washington Capitals practice recently, with Nicklas Backstrom taking part and appearing to be close to a return. Unfortunately, that recovery will have to be put on pause for the moment, as the veteran center has been put in the COVID protocol, according to Tarik El-Bashir of The Athletic.
Washington Capitals News / Sportsnaut / September 23, 2022
Nicklas Backstrom is 'optimistic' about Washington Capitals return at some point in 2022-23
With Washington Capitals training camp kicking off this week, a long-time stalwart of the franchise is feeling hopeful that he can return to the ice at some point this season.
Washington Capitals News / Yardbarker / June 18, 2022
Capitals' 15-year veteran Nicklas Backstrom undergoes hip surgery
Washington Capitals veteran center Nicklas Bäckström's hip injury kept him out of action for the first two months of the 2021-22 NHL season.
Washington Capitals News / Yardbarker / March 26, 2022
Capitals fans salute Nicklas Backstrom's 1,000th career point by showering the ice with apples
In the third period, with the Capitals tied 2-2 with the New Jersey Devils, Backstrom wristed home the go-ahead goal to an eruption from the Washington faithful.
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