Backes notched two assists against the Ducks on Thursday, but lost the game 4-3.

EDGE Analysis

Backes now has assists in back-to-back games and four assists in his past four games. His transition to the Bruins after spending his entire career with St. Louis has been relatively seamless, and has scored 16 points in 27 games this season to go along with his 27 PIM. An all-round power forward, Backes has more fantasy value in leagues that count peripherals such as faceoff wins and hits.