Backstrom lit the lamp and assisted on Alex Ovechkin's power-play goal in Tuesday's 4-2 victory in Ottawa.

EDGE Analysis

The top-line center continues to be a playmaker for the Capitals. The points were his first since Mar. 12, but he still has 65 for the season, with 29 coming on the man advantage. Backstrom gave his fantasy owners a bonus Tuesday by picking up 2 penalty minutes. The 28-year-old is surrounded by talent, and has the opportunity to put up points on any given night.