Backlund delivered a big, three-point game Saturday in a 5-1 win over Colorado. He scored a goal and added an assist.

EDGE Analysis

It was Backlund's second three-point game this season. His 38 points in 63 games pale in comparison to his 53 last season. And his 11 goals are half of his total from 2016-17. Backlund is a serviceable fantasy asset in deep formats, but there are plenty of other centers in the pool who can deliver more consistent results. He had just a single point in his previous 10 games.

Backlund signed a six-year contract extension with the Flames on Friday that will net him $5.35 million annually.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund's newest extension could make him a career Flame. He's spent all of his professional career in the organization since he was selected 24th overall by Calgary in the 2007 NHL draft. The 28-year-old pivot is on track for another serviceable campaign in 2017-18, owning 34 points (10 goals, 24 assists) through 58 games, earning him a future with a pay bump and security.

Backlund lit the lamp and added a power-play assist in a 7-4 loss to the Lightning on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

That's now 10 goals on the season for Backlund. He likely isn't going to cross the 20-goal threshold for a third straight season, but he can blame his low shooting percentage for that. Not all is lost, though, as the Swede had 10 power-play points in 51 games.

Backlund had two assists in 22:26 of ice time in Thursday's shootout loss to the Oilers.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund's season of steady production continues, as the second-line center now has nine goals and 31 points through 49 contests. His current role on the first power-play unit definitely raises his fantasy value, while his 54 PIM are already a career high. Backlund has plenty to offer in most fantasy settings and his consistent offensive production makes him worth rolling out on a nightly basis.

Backlund recorded a goal and two assists -- one on the power play -- during Friday's 4-2 win over Florida.

EDGE Analysis

The strong showing improves Backlund to nine goals and 19 assists for the campaign, and he's now closing in on last season's 53-point pace. He's probably still more of a supporting piece than must-start option in most fantasy settings, but there's potential for a strong second half, especially since he's been skating with the No. 1 power-play unit of late.

Backlund failed to register a point for the fourth consecutive game during Sunday's 6-1 win over Vancouver.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran center has just two assists through nine December games and only seven goals and 19 points for the season. He'll need to pick up his scoring in order to approach last year's 22-goal, 53-point showing. Additionally, with the underwhelming offensive numbers, Backlund's value has taken a hit to start 2017-18. He's definitely not a go-to asset in most settings, and especially with center being such a deep fantasy position.

Backlund potted a goal to supplement a power-play assist in Saturday's 3-2 road win over the Avalanche.

EDGE Analysis

With six goals and 10 assists through 23 games this season, Backlund's on pace to eclipse his 53 points from 2016-17. As an added bonus, the Swede is averaging 2:11 on the man advantage. He remains a solid but unspectacular No. 2 or 3 fantasy forward in season-long formats.

Backlund had a goal and an assist in Monday's 4-1 win over Washington.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund now has eight points in his past seven games and has really gotten the job done in November. He's only had two games this month where he's failed to get on the scoresheet, so keep riding his performances.

Backlund contributed a pair of helpers in Thursday's win over the Red Wings.

EDGE Analysis

The second-line center is now riding a three-game point streak and is up to four goals and 10 points in 16 games. Backlund is known for being a streaky scorer, but he potted a career-high 22 goals last season and is off to another solid start this time around. He's become a fairly reliable fantasy option and his top-six role and power-play time make him valuable in most leagues.

Backlund had both goals in his team's 5-2 Wednesday loss to St. Louis.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund's enjoying the trip through the Central Division, as he's now posted three points in games against Nashville and St. Louis after going four straight games without a point. He'll have one more Central opponent to try to keep this outburst going when the Flames face Dallas, and a third straight showing on the scoresheet could be a sign that this is a turning point for him.