When Alex Ovechkin was drafted first overall in 2004, he was not just joining a team; he was gaining a partner for his career. Nicklas Backstrom was drafted by the Capitals two years later, becoming ...

With Ovechkin's powerful shots and Backstrom's precise passing, they have combined for numerous goals that left fans in awe. Backstrom leads in assists to Ovechkin with an impressive 279, highlighting ...

With 762 assists, he has facilitated 31.4 percent of Ovechkin's goals, providing the crucial setups that have propelled his linemate toward breaking Gretzky's record. Backstrom’s playmaking ability ...

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

Since October 29, 2023, Backstrom has been unable to lace up his skates and join Ovechkin on the ice, transforming him into a mere spectator. Despite these challenges, he has been unwavering in his ...

ARLINGTON, Va. – In a perfect world, Nicklas Backstrom still would be riding shotgun alongside Alex Ovechkin, setting up his ...

Nicklas Backstrom opens up about his feelings as he watches Alex Ovechkin approach the all-time goal record from the ...