2009 Outlook
Backstrom's second full season was somewhat of an encore of his rookie season. He posted 88 points (22G, 66A), which was 17 more than 2007-08. He showed how valuable he is to the team and the top line...Click Here to Join For Outlooks on All Players!

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WAS	11/1/2009
Backstrom missed practice Saturday due to illness but will play Sunday against the Blue Jackets, the Washington Times reports. Start him if you normally do, espec...Join Now for Full Analysis!

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WAS	10/13/2009
Backstrom was centering the second line at Tuesday morning's skate, the Washington Post reports. Backstrom and his top line were sep...Join Now for Full Analysis!
	10/8/2009
Backstrom potted his first and second goals of the season Thursday against the Rangers. Backstrom had five shots on goal Th...Join Now for Full Analysis!
	10/6/2009
Backstrom added three more assists in Tuesday's loss to the Flyers. Backstrom now has eight assists in ...Join Now for Full Analysis!
	10/1/2009
Backstrom picked up three assists in Thursday's season opener, a win over the Bruins. Backstrom improved both his goal an...Join Now for Full Analysis!
	9/17/2009
Backstrom had two assists Thursday in the Capitals' 4-3 win over Buffalo. Backstrom started the exhibition se...Join Now for Full Analysis!
	5/9/2009
Backstrom's goal and assist Saturday in Game 5 stretched his postseason point streak to eight games and 10 points. He has 14 points in 12 games but Sa...Join Now for Full Analysis!
	4/20/2009
Backstrom registered three assists in Monday's Game 3 victory over the Rangers. Backstrom has four assists thus far...Join Now for Full Analysis!
	4/11/2009
Backstrom had two assists Saturday in the final game of the season as the Caps fell 7-4 to the Panthers. Backstrom led the team in assists w...Join Now for Full Analysis!