For the first time in 13 games, Niklas Backstrom wasn't between the pipes for the Wild Friday but the team can't wait to have him back in net today. The Wild left Backstrom at home to rest Friday in Dallas. Turned out to be a rough night for goalie Matt Hackett, who made his Wild debut in a 5-3 loss to the Stars. Backstrom is tied for the NHL lead with 18 wins (the next win matches his total from last season) and is 15-3-1 in 19 games since Feb. 9.