Odd thing about Backlund is that he can really skate. I mean really skate. He's got a hard shot ( I believe over 103 mph during skill competition a couple of years ago) and in last years skills competition he won for the most accurate shot.
His awareness for the other teams offensive players is what keeps him from using his offensive skill set and producing more points.
For him negating the other team = a two point night!
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