Nicklas Backstrom hasn't played in an NHL game since October 2023.  The Washington Capitals all-time assists leader (762) has ...

17-year veteran center Niklas Backstrom played the first eight games ... That's where Washington fan favorite T.J. Oshie may have to make a difficult decision. He's dealt with chronic back pain ...

Nicklas Backstrom had Capital One Arena rocking on Friday. The Washington Capitals forward received a standing ovation from fans before he participated in the ceremonial puck drop during the team ...

From the early days of Dwayne Roloson followed by the elite stretch of Niklas Backstrom. These goalies are a prime example as to why finding a promising goaltender prospect with upside is possible.

Backstrom received a royal introduction to his 1,000 th game from his Washington Capitals teammates, with their sticks raised to create a tunnel as he took the ice, not to mention a silver stick ...