Niklas Backstrom is excited to get back to playing in the NHL. Backstrom was supposed to play for Dynamo Minsk in the KHL but re-injured an old ankle injury and returned home to Minnesota. "I don't know how long it's been since our last game -- eight months or something like that -- you're relieved, you're happy and excited all at the same time," goalie Niklas Backstrom said. "It feels almost like your first hockey game all over again." Backstom is now 100 percent and ready to lead the Wild to a potential playoff spot.