Michael Latta congratulates Nicklas Backstrom for reaching 700-point milestone
Monday afternoon, former Capitals forward Michael Latta had some kind words for his "dad" and former teammate, Nicklas Backstrom. Over the weekend,…
Nicklas Backstrom meets with family who lost Backstrom-idolizing son
After the Washington Capitals played the Detroit Red Wings on Thursday night, Nicklas Backstrom took time to meet with a family who…
Caps tie NHL record after scoring five-plus goals in 11 straight home games
After defeating the Anaheim Ducks 6-4, the Washington Capitals tied a NHL record for offensive prowess during a time in history where…
TJ Oshie and Nicklas Backstrom both achieve career milestones on same goal
Don't look now. Nicklas Backstrom is now a point away from the league-lead in points. In the first period, the Caps scored…
Nicklas Backstrom is quietly tied for third in league scoring
Lost in the hubbub of all the Caps' dominant wins, Nicklas Backstrom has crept into the league leaders in points. During his…
You can go golfing with the Caps in team’s latest charity event, ‘Wish Upon A Par’
Tuesday morning, the Capitals announced that then will be hosting a new charity event this month, the Wish Upon a Par golf tournament. Wish…
The Caps watched Super Bowl LI at Nicklas Backstrom’s house
Sunday night after the Caps' 5-0 victory over the Los Angeles Kings, Nicklas Backstrom hosted a Super Bowl party at his house.…
TJ Oshie made this breakaway goal look way too easy
TJ Oshie may never score an easier goal. After a brilliant saucer pass by Nicklas Backstrom, Oshie was sprung on a breakaway…
Nicklas Backstrom and Mike Green are vacationing together during the All-Star Break
It appears the old band is getting back together! Nicklas Backstrom and former Capitals defenseman Mike Green are vacationing together during the…
Nicklas Backstrom knocks puck out of mid-air, shows off amazing hand-eye coordination (GIFs)
Nicklas Backstrom is a mild-mannered Swede who shuns the spotlight. That's why I'm here today to shine that light bright on him.…
Nicklas Backstrom scores after Alex Ovechkin simultaneously checks two Penguins players
So this is a thing that happened. Late in the second period, the Capitals took a 2-0 lead over the Pittsburgh Penguins.…
Nicklas Backstrom named NHL’s First Star of the Week
Monday afternoon the NHL announced its three stars of the week for the week ending January 15th. As part of that announcement,…
Justin Williams scores off Nicklas Backstrom’s no-look, between-the-legs pass
The Washington Capitals and Philadelphia Flyers played a mostly sleepy game through 40 minutes. Then the third period happened. Washington exploded for…
Watch Alex Ovechkin tally one of the greatest assists of his career
While Alex Ovechkin is undisputedly one of the greatest goal-scorers of all time, he's also become a very good passer. Sunday against…
Nicklas Backstrom given golden stick, video tribute for his 500th assist (Video)
The Washington Capitals held a pregame ceremony to honor Nicklas Backstrom on his 500th assist. We at home didn’t get to see…
Touchdown Washington: All 6 goals the Caps scored against Chicago
The Chicago Blackhawks have won the Stanley Cup twice over the last four seasons (2012-13 and 2014-15). They are always at the…
Capitals to honor Nicklas Backstrom’s 500th NHL assist Sunday vs. Philadelphia
On January 7th, Capitals center Nicklas Backstrom recorded his 500th NHL assist vs. the Ottawa Senators. This Sunday, January 15th, prior to…
All of Nicklas Backstrom’s milestone assists (Video)
Nicklas Backstrom is without a doubt the best passer in franchise history. Yet it seems surprising that the unassuming Caps center is…
Nicklas Backstrom’s tenth goal of the season inches Alex Ovechkin closer to point 1,000
Even without TJ Oshie, the Caps' new-fangled first line authored the first goal of the game again Monday night. After Alex Ovechkin…
Watch Alex Ovechkin remember to pick up Nicklas Backstrom’s milestone 500th assist puck
Nicklas Backstrom was already the Washington Capitals' franchise leader in assists. On Saturday, Nicky registered his 500th career apple, making him the…
