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Niklas
Backstrom
Goaltender
Birthdate
2/13/1978
Birthplace
Helsinki, FIN
Overview
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Biography
Birthdate
2/13/1978
Birthplace
Helsinki, FIN
Position
Goaltender
Career History
Calgary Flames
2015-2016 (1 Season)
Minnesota Wild
2006-2015 (9 Seasons)
Career Highlights
William Jennings Trophy
2007
NHL News
Down 3-0 to Flyers, Penguins turn to Arturs Silovs in net
Penguins coach Dan Muse made his biggest call of the postseason, announcing that Arturs Silovs will start in net for a pivotal Game 4, replacing Stuart Skinner.
Stanley Cup odds: Big shake-up after underdogs prevail on Friday night
The Avalanche and Hurricanes remain Stanley Cup favorites, but the underdogs are keeping things interesting.
Stanley Cup playoffs daily: Previews, stats, schedule, bracket
Plus, a critical Game 4 in the Stars-Wild series. Here are previews for all the games, a best bet, and recaps from Friday.
How Quinn Hughes transformed the Wild into a top Cup contender
Minnesota leveled up since the Olympic hero joined its blue line. Teammates explain what he brings to the ice -- and the dressing room.
Stanley Cup playoffs 2026: Bracket, schedule, scores, news
From the first round all the way through the Stanley Cup Final, ESPN has you covered this NHL postseason.
Ducks host the Oilers with 2-1 series lead
Edmonton Oilers (41-30-11, in the Pacific Division) vs. Anaheim Ducks (43-33-6, in the Pacific Division)
