Good to see Backlund skating this morning, taking some shots with Sarich before the rest of the crew gets out there.
Backlund is not expected to play again this season. The sophmore scored four goals and 11 points in 41 games.
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Sounds like CGY C Mikael Backlund (upper body injury suffered Sat vs. VAN) will be out at least a month, but should get official word today.
Backlund was recently skating on the second line due to the Blair Jones injury. The Flames are now down two of their top four centermen. The sophmore scored four goals and 11 points in 41 games.
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#Flames tweaks -- Backlund with Cammalleri and Comeau; Horak with Bouma and Kolanos.
Backlund will start tonight's game on a scoring line. He has four goals and 11 points in 40 games.
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Backlund moves off the top line. He has four goals and 10 points through 36 games this season.
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Comeau Backlund Stempniak
With Rene Bourque suspended, Backlund moves up to the second line. The sophomore continues to struggle offensively with three goals and five points over 26 games.
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Backlund with Jackman &Byron
Backlund moves back to a checking line after coach Brent Sutter was looking for more size down the middle. He has three goals and five points through 25 games.
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Backlund has only two goals and three points on the season but could get a boost from his new linemates.
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Backlund returns to lineup..Brent Sutter says "Back needs to compete harder." Sutter adds he needs to show more emotion.
Look for Backlund to return to the lineup and center the third line. The Vasteras, Sweden native has disappointed thus far with only two goals and three points over 17 games.
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Listening to Brent re: Backlund sitting, he talks about compete level and intensity. He'd know better than us. #Flames
Backlund will take a seat on the bench tonight. He only has two goals and an assist through 17 games -- production that the Flames did not expect.
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Backlund moves down to the third line after playing primarily on the top unit. The sophomore has been a dud so far with no points through seven games.
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This morning on Twitter Mikael Backlund confirmed he will indeed return to the line-up tomorrow night versus the Chicago Blackhawks. Backlund has been out since the start of the season with a broken finger, but is apparently 100% after six weeks of rest and two surgeries on the injured digit.
Backlund is expected to pivot the top line of Alex Tanguay and Jarome Iginla. Look for him to improve on his previous career highs of 10 goals and 25 points.
Panthers top prospect Jonathan Huberdeau sustained a broken foot during Monday’s morning skate in preparation for a Subway Series game pitting Team QMJHL and Russia.
Huberdeau has no fantasy hockey value due to his demotion but it is always good to watch the top prospects in hockey.
C Backlund practising with team for first time.
Backlund had been previously skating on his own. When he returns he very well could be handed the number one center role.
He's not too far off, likely the next week or two is the thought.
Backlund was the team's top center during the preseason but is still awaiting his 2011-2012 debut. He scored 10 goals and 25 points over 73 games last season -- totals he probably would have improved upon over a full season. Look for him to get another look on the top line.
#Flames Mikael Backlund (finger) shooting pucks prior to team's practice.
Backlund was the team's top center during the preseason but is still awaiting his 2011-2012 debut. He scored 10 goals and 25 points over 73 games last season -- totals he probably would have improved upon over a full season.
#Flames C Mikael Backlund (finger) skating before practice.
Backlund skating before practice indicates he could return to actual practice shortly. Before getting hurt he was the front-runner to win the number one center gig. Could be a nice sleeper should he get healthy and produce.
Call up / Send down
UNIONDALE, NY (October 13, 2011) – The New York Islanders announced today that Ryan Strome has been assigned to the Niagara IceDogs of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL).
Strome loses all of his immediate fantasy hockey value by returning to the OHL but is certainly a keeper in dynasty leagues.
SUNRISE, Fla. – Florida Panthers Executive Vice President & General Manager Dale Tallon announced today that the club has agreed to terms on an entry-level contract with F Jonathan Huberdeau.
Huberdeau is certainly a player to watch as soon as next season. He holds no fantasy hockey value while playing in the QMJHL.
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Capuano said Ryan Strome is not scheduled to be in the lineup Saturday night. #Isles
No word on his short-term role with the club. Strome impressed last season in the OHL, scoring 33 goals and 106 points. His excellent season led many to believe he could be this season's Jeff Skinner. Keep an eye on where Strome lands.
The New York Islanders announced today that Ryan Strome has agreed to terms on a three-year, entry-level contract.
Strome impressed last season in the OHL, scoring 33 goals and 106 points. His excellent season led many to believe he could be this season's Jeff Skinner. Keep an eye on where Strome lands where the season begins.