[Cleveland Steam Whistle]

Originally Posted by sureLoss

I hope its true otherwise some rumor mongering a-holes from Vancouver radio will be getting Backlund's hopes up for nothing.

I highly doubt Backlund is getting his hopes up due to any media reports. If this is a realistic possibility, Backlund will know about it directly through people on the Sweedish national team. Backlund also likely knew where he sat with them in regards to where he is on the list post there announcement long ago.

If no one from the National team has been in conversation with Backs, I doubt we need to worry about him getting some hopes up because of a media rumour, he'll know better.