NicklasBackstrom

#19
Center
Washington Capitals

HT/WT
6' 1", 202 lbs
Birthdate
11/23/1987 (38)
Birthplace
Gavle, SWE
Draft Info
2006: Rd 1, Pk 4 (WSH)
Status
Minors

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Caps' Backstrom taking leave for health reasons

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