Mon 12/27/21 12:18 PM

Backstrom (COVID-19 protocols) took part in Monday's practice session, JJ Regan of NBC Sports Washington reports.
EDGE Analysis
Backstrom has missed the previous two games while in the pandemic protocols but took his normal place in the top six during Monday's practice. The 34-year-old should be good to go for Wednesday's game against Nashville -- assuming that COVID-19 issues do not alter the NHL schedule any further.