Backlund netted a shorthanded goal on four shots and dished out six hits in Friday's 2-0 win over the Stars in Game 3.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund beat Stars forward Roope Hintz to a loose puck in the neutral zone and then flicked it past goalie Anton Khudobin to give the Flames a 1-0 lead in the second period. The goal was Backlund's third of the playoffs -- he's added two assists, 20 shots and 13 hits in seven outings.

Backlund had a power-play helper in Tuesday's 3-2 win over the Stars in Game 1 of their first-round series.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund has produced four points (two goals, two assists) in five playoffs games so far. The Swedish center will likely continue to anchor the Flames' second line between Matthew Tkachuk and Andrew Mangiapane.

Backlund collected a goal and an assist on five shots with two PIM and two hits in Tuesday's 6-2 win over Winnipeg in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Qualifiers.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund took advantage of a Winnipeg miscue behind the net for his second goal of the series, putting the Flames ahead 2-1. He later set up a Matthew Tkachuk goal to give Calgary a 4-2 cushion. The longtime Flame is off to a good start in the series with three points and 12 shots on goal through three games.

Backlund scored a power-play goal in Saturday's 4-1 win over the Jets in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Qualifiers.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund's tally at 18:14 of the second period was the back-breaker for the Jets, as it gave the Flames a 3-1 lead. The Swedish center produced 45 points (10 on the power play) in 70 contests during the regular season, his fifth straight campaign to reach that level of overall production. Backlund's line with Matthew Tkachuk and Andrew Mangiapane should continue to provide solid secondary scoring in the playoffs.

Backlund (undisclosed) joined his teammates for Friday's practice session, Pat Steinberg of Sportsnet 960 The Fan reports.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund's absence from practicing was brief, so it's possible he was given a maintenance day, though details will be sparse this postseason. The Swede figures to anchor the second line for the Flames in the club's play-in series clash with Winnipeg alongside Matthew Tkachuk and Tobias Rieder.

Backlund (undisclosed) won't participate in Thursday's practice.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund is likely just getting some rest after being a full participant in the first three days of training camp. The second-line center notched 16 goals and 45 points in 70 games during the regular season.

Backlund distributed a power-play assist, fired four shots on goal and added four hits in Sunday's 5-3 loss to the Golden Knights.

EDGE Analysis

The Swede hasn't slowed down much in March, with three points in four games this month. Backlund now has 45 points (10 on the power play), 157 shots and a plus-3 rating in 70 appearances. Expect the 30-year-old center to push for the second 50-point campaign of his career if he keeps up his recent success.

Backlund scored a goal on three shots in Friday's 3-2 win over the Coyotes.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund's tally at 4:17 of the second period stood as the game-winner. The Swedish center has six goals and seven helpers in his last nine games. For the season, the 30-year-old Backlund now has 16 goals, 44 points, 153 shots and a plus-4 rating through 69 contests.

Backlund dished an assist, three shots on goal and two hits in Wednesday's 3-2 overtime win over the Blue Jackets.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund saw a six-game point streak end in Sunday's win over the Panthers, but he was right back on the scoresheet Wednesday. The Swede has 43 points (15 tallies, 28 helpers), 150 shots and a plus-4 rating in 58 games this year. Since the start of January, Backlund has accumulated 26 points in as many outings in a strong second-half surge.

Backlund registered an assist, four shots on net and two hits in Saturday's 4-3 loss to the Lightning.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund's helper gave him a six-game point streak -- he's racked up five goals and six assists in that span. Through 14 appearances in February, he picked up 19 points, 44 shots and a plus-3 rating. The Swede now has 42 points, 144 shots and a plus-4 rating in 66 contests this season. Backlund can help fantasy owners if he can maintain a solid pace during the last month of the campaign.