Don't understand the 'ship has sailed' comments. Do what's best for the team and players: if giving it to Backlund for one year is best for the team, then do that.
The "C" is an honorary title more than anything.
Chara had the C forever in Boston, but everyone knew Bergeron was the guy.
Landeskog is holding the C hostage, but everyone knows MacKinnon is the guy.
I'd want to see Backlund honoured with the C given his tenure and play, but it if you're a real leader, it shouldn't really matter.
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