Backlund (undisclosed) will not play Wednesday evening against host Philadelphia, John Shannon of Sportsnet reports.

EDGE Analysis

This news is corroborated by the fact that Backlund remains on injured reserve. Alan Quine has been filling in for 2007's first-round (24th overall) draft pick, though it's anything but an even exchange, as Backlund is one of the team's most most prominent special teams contributors. At this point, it's anyone's guess when he'll be back in tow.

The Flames have placed Backlund (undisclosed) on injured reserve, per the NHL media site.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund was ruled out for both Saturday and Sunday's contests on Friday, but his placement on injured reserve ensures that he will miss Wednesday's tilt against the Flyers as well. The Flames could certainly use the help of the veteran pivot -- who owns 17 points in 29 games this season -- but next Saturday against the Wild will be the first time he's eligible to rejoin the lineup.

Backlund (undisclosed) won't play Saturday against Nashville or Sunday against the Oilers, Derek Wills of Sportsnet 960 The Fan reports.

EDGE Analysis

This is a big loss for the Flames and fantasy owners alike, as Backlund has been on a roll recently, notching two goals and six points while posting a plus-5 rating in his last six games. A potential timetable for the Swedish pivot's recovery has yet to be established, but another update on his status should surface prior to Wednesday's matchup with the Flyers.

Backlund scored two goals and three points plus recorded four shots and a plus-4 rating in a 4-1 victory against the Kings on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

The 29-year-old scored 36 seconds into the game, but then his other two points didn't come until the final minute of regulation and both were the result of an empty net. That hurts the idea that Backlund is on a hot streak, but he still has points in three straight games. He finished November with four goals, 10 points, and a plus-8 rating in 13 games.

Backlund picked up an assist in a 6-1 victory over the Coyotes on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

This gives Backlund nine assists on the season to go with three goals. Last year, the 29-year-old's goal total dropped to 14, thanks in part to a 6.5 shooting percentage. However, so far regression to the mean has not been on the Swede's side. Backlund has a 5.0 shooting percentage through 24 games this season.

Backlund scored a goal and had an assist while firing five shots on goal during Saturday's 5-3 win over Chicago.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund lit the lamp and also provided a helper to earn a multi-point night on Saturday. The goal was Backlund's third of the year, while the assist was his seventh. Backlund now has ten points through 15 games, but has registered back-to-back multi-point nights.

Backlund scored a goal and had an assist while taking two shots on goal during Thursday's 6-5 win over Colorado.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund and company came back from a three goal deficit by scoring five times in the third period. Backlund's goal was his second of the year, while his helper upped his season total to six. The center continues to see time on the power play for the Flames, but isn't cashing in at a high level through 14 games this year.

Backlund registered two assists in Tuesday's 3-2 loss to the Canadiens.

EDGE Analysis

It's been somewhat of a slow start to the season for Backlund though Tuesday's performance, albeit in a losing effort, could get him going. The Swedish-born forward needs to produce on a more consistent basis considering he's occupying a top-six role. The Flames next game comes Thursday versus Sidney Crosby and the Penguins.

Backlund registered two assists Wednesday, in a 5-2 win over Boston.

EDGE Analysis

The 29-year-old left Monday's practice with an undisclosed injury but ultimately was deemed healthy enough to play Wednesday, recording a pair of assists as a result. With four points in his last three games, Backlund is showing signs of rounding into form as the season creeps up on 10 games played. The Swede led all Calgary forwards in ice time Wednesday and will look to continue his hot streak when the Flames host Nashville on Friday.

Backlund (undisclosed) is in the projected lineup for Wednesday's game against the Bruins, Kristen Anderson of The Calgary Sun reports.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund left Monday's practice early due to an undisclosed issue, but his injury clearly wasn't overly serious. The 29-year-old will slot into his usual role centering Calgary's second line and second power-play unit against Boston.