Since being selected fourth overall by the Capitals in 2006, Swedish forward Nicklas Backstrom has been a top producer for the organization.
Alongside friend and teammate Alexander Ovechkin, Backstrom raised the Stanley Cup in 2018. He also maintained a very high level of offensive play through the 2017-18 Stanley Cup Playoffs, despite playing with a broken finger.
Coming off a major signing to remain in Washington, to the tune of 5 years, $46M, Backstrom continues to deliver and to climb the lists of Capitals all-time leaders.
As the Capitals prepare to host the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday, Backstrom is set to suit up for his 941st game in the red, white and blue. Tuesday's game will move him into sole possession of 4th most games played all-time with the Capitals franchise, surpassing Kelly Miller.
Through 940 regular season games with the Capitals, Backstrom has netted 913 career points (241 G, 672 A.)
CAPS TODAY: Nicklas Backstrom is expected to play in his 941st game tonight, which passes Kelly Miller (940) for the fourth-most games played in franchise history. More info on Backstrom and the Caps at https://t.co/HecIC0ECg1 pic.twitter.com/DGQgLzDhLA— CapitalsPR (@CapitalsPR) February 4, 2020
