Backlund will replace the injured Henrik Zetterberg (knee) on Sweden's World Cup of Hockey roster, Aaron Vickers of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund closed out the final four games of the 2015-16 season on a tear, as he tallied six goals and two helpers, including a hat-trick. The center had an uneven season filled with hot and cold streaks, but could benefit from playing in the World Cup and shaking off any offseason rust. The 27-year-old is coming off a career year and should attract plenty of interest from fantasy owners.