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Originally Posted by Itse
Backlund is not being buried.
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He has the highest Corsi QualComp of any forward on the team. This means he plays against the guys who most consistently outshoot their opponents.
He also has the hardest zone starts of any forward.
I'm curious to know what you would consider being buried if the toughest quality of competition, and the toughest zone starts on the team doesn't cut it.
Also, his most frequent linemate is TJ Galiardi, with whom he spends 60% of his ice time. Just sayin'.