Nicklas Backstrom

On this day in Capitals history, Nicklas Backstrom scored his first career regular-season hat trick 🎩

Nicklas Backstrom is usually a setup man, but six years ago to the day, he was the finisher.

During the Capitals’ 4-2 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning on December 13, 2014. Backstrom scored his first career regular-season hat trick, tallying twice in the second period and once in the third. Because the even-strength goals were scored consecutively, it was considered a natural hat trick – the first time a Capitals player had done so since Alex Semin in 2010.

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By Ian Oland 1 month ago

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Capitals fan creates Nicklas Backstrom Funko Pop so Alex Ovechkin can have his vinyl best friend back

Over the last few years, Funko – a popular toymaker – has created five different Pops of Alex Ovechkin including a Chase figurine with the Stanley Cup. Three Of Ovechkin’s teammates have been immortalized in vinyl too, but none of them have been his longtime running mate, Nicklas Backstrom.

So Katherine (@JessamyGriffin), a Capitals fan living in Tokyo, decided to take matters literally into her own hands.

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By Ian Oland 2 months ago

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How the Pittsburgh Penguins almost ended up selecting Nicklas Backstrom in the 2006 NHL Draft

Let’s flashback to 2006. The Washington Capitals delegation was sitting at its table on the floor of General Motors Place. George McPhee whispered a name into Alexander Ovechkin’s ear. “The guy you ran into at the World Juniors,” McPhee said. The Caps GM then fielded a trade offer from the Boston Bruins who dangled their number five and 37 overall picks to jump up to four and select “the Swede.” In the end, the Capitals passed on the deal and Ovechkin walked to the lectern on stage.

“Washington Capitals select Nicklas Backstrom,” Ovechkin, wearing the team’s black Capitol Dome jersey, said sheepishly into the mic.

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By Ian Oland 2 months ago

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Washington Capitals rock new three-starred helmets and pants during optional skate

Capitals stars Nicklas Backstrom, John Carlson, and TJ Oshie returned to MedStar Capitals Iceplex for optional workouts on Thursday, but they weren’t the only new three stars in the building.

Carl Hagelin was spotted skating in new hockey equipment that appears to be new for the 2020-21 season.

The intrigue!

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By Ian Oland 2 months ago

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The Washington Capitals 2021 calendar features shots of every player and their families at home

The Washington Capitals announced on Thursday that their 2021 calendar is now available for purchase. This year’s artistic masterpiece is not dog-themed, but still has some dogs in it. Each calendar page features players at home with their families or participating in their hobbies away from the ice.

Every Capital is featured, including Henrik Lundqvist, in the calendar and every photo was provided to the team by the players.

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By Ian Oland 2 months ago

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Nicklas Backstrom on Capitals’ signing of Henrik Lundqvist: ‘This is a world class goalie who plays with fire and is an incredible professional’

The Washington Capitals signed Henrik Lundqvist to a one year, $1.5 million deal last week. The future Hall of Fame goaltender is hoping for his Ray Bourque moment in Washington, after being unable to get over the hump for 15 years in New York.

Recently, Nicklas Backstrom and Carl Hagelin shared their thoughts on Hank’s signing to several Swedish publications. Both players have been Lundqvist’s teammate before and were really excited to have him in Washington.

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By Ian Oland and Magnus Cadelin 3 months ago

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Nicklas Backstrom and Braden Holtby both got votes for the Lady Byng Trophy

Nathan MacKinnon won his second major award of his NHL career on Friday. The Colorado Avalanche superstar, who posted 93 points and 12 PIMs in 69 nice games, was named the winner of the Lady Byng Trophy as the “the player adjudged to have exhibited the best type of sportsmanship and gentlemanly conduct combined with a high standard of playing ability.”

For Capitals fans, the most interesting newe came a little further down the list where Nicklas Backstrom and Braden Holtby both garnered first-place votes.

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By Ian Oland 4 months ago

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Nicklas Backstrom: 2019-20 season review

Nicklas Backstrom had an off-year in 2019-20, but we’re not worried.

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By Peter Hassett 5 months ago

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Nicklas Backstrom’s children Haley, Vince, and Alizee adorably wish Dad good luck in return game

Nicklas Backstrom is back from injury and before the game, he got a special message from his three biggest fans.

Haley, Vince, and Alizee Backstrom recorded a video for Dad from their home in Galve, Sweden.

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By Ian Oland 5 months ago

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Nicklas Backstrom is back and will play in Game Five

Backy’s back, all right!

You guys, Nicklas Backstrom will play in Game Five. Backstrom has been out since the second period of Game One after taking a late, blindside hit from Anders Lee. Backstrom suffered a concussion on the play.

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By Ian Oland 5 months ago

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