[CsInMyBlood]

Thanks for all the discussion.

Looks like Mr. Backlund is a polarizing player among Flames fans.

I don't agree with the couple of comments about Backlund being soft, that he doesn't forecheck well, or that he has trouble battling for pucks down low in his zone. But anything I post here obviously isn't going to change any minds.

I'd suggest watching him closely next game, see what he does with his shifts. Watch how much the guy skates out there. Seriously he is everywhere. Watch how he supports his D down low. Watch how he leans on people and gets his stick in on the opposition. Watch his back check and how he is always positioned well when he doesn't have the puck.

Anyways I believe Backlund is playing some great hockey right now, hope he keeps up this level of play.