Backlund left Monday's practice early, Derek Wills of Sportsnet 960 reports. He's considered day-to-day and coach Bill Peters hopes he will play Wednesday against the Bruins.

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Sean Monahan also missed practiced Monday with an injury issue, so the Flames could be without their top two centers Wednesday if everything breaks poorly. Though Backlund disappointed a bit last year with only 14 goals, he's still a key cog in Calgary's offense, especially on the power play.