Backstrom scored a goal on two shots and added two power-play assists in Friday's 5-0 win over the Stars.

EDGE Analysis

Backstrom helped out on the first two goals of the game, then scored the fifth and final tally late in the second period. The Swede has looked solid in January with three goals and six helpers in nine games. He's up to 12 points (five on the power play), 29 shots on net and a plus-3 rating through 12 contests overall. Even separated from Alex Ovechkin at even strength, Backstrom remains a strong scoring presence at 34 years old.