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Originally Posted by Bourque's Twin
He is an excellent #2C.
Right now Backlund is 30th in points among NHL centres. On a points basis, which is apparently his weakness, Backlund could be the #1C on the worst team in the NHL.
However, he's excellent defensively. I can't see how people can call him a #3 C. Maybe on Pittsburgh.
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Are we trying to build a contender ? On a contender Backs isn't in the top 6.
Pitts
Chicago
LA
SJ
Caps
ANA
The powerhouse contenders would have Backlund on the 3C. I'd be willing to bet you look at the last 10 cup winners and Backs is on the 3rd line of 80% of them.
I agree Backa can be a viable second line centre, but if we want to win cups it would be ideal to have him on the 3rd line.