Backes potted in two goals -- one on the power play -- and amassed nine hits in Tuesday's 6-1 victory over the Stars in Game 3.

EDGE Analysis

Backes is gaining steam, as the 32-year-old has put up a multi-point outing in two straight. The Minnesota native has never been shy about laying people out -- three seasons in a row of 200-plus hits -- which is a nice addition to his potential to erupt for a big game. The center has now equaled the four points he put up in seven games against Chicago, and seems hungry for more as the Blues have the Stars on their heels.