Backlund assisted on the Flames' first two goals Wednesday, contributing majorly to a strong first-period start en route to a 4-1 win over the Jets.

EDGE Analysis

That makes four straight games on the scoresheet and eight points in the last seven games for Backlund, who's now tied his career-high 39 points from two years ago. He's been a remarkably consistent scorer since early February and should be under strong consideration for DFS lineups while he's running hot, as the Swede -- who turns 27 on Thursday -- doesn't come with a hefty price tag.

Despite missing morning skate, coach Bob Hartley indicated that Backlund will play in Wednesday's game against the Jets, Pat Steinberg of Sportsnet 960 The Fan reports.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund was the presumed question mark following the Flames' emergency recall of Freddie Hamilton on Wednesday, but it appears it's actually Sean Monahan that could miss the contest. It's possible things will change if Monahan misses the evening's game, but Backlund currently set to center the club's second line alongside Kenny Agostino and Michael Frolik, and should be deployed normally in fantasy lineups.

Backlund did not participate in practice Wednesday morning, Pat Steinberg of Sportsnet 960 reports.

EDGE Analysis

With the emergency recall of Freddie Hamilton, it appears Backlund will miss Wednesday evening's game with Winnipeg. Backlund has been on a roll, with five points in his last five games, so not having him will hurt a Flames team already struggling mightily.

Backlund reached a plus-2 rating to go along with a goal and an assist in Saturday's 4-2 win over the Penguins.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund had not recorded a plus-2 rating since Feb. 19, but he has reached that mark eight times this season, a respectable amount considering the Flames' struggles at times. The 26-year-old sits at plus-6 on the year, and should challenge his career-high of 39 points -- the center has 34 to date, including tallies in two straight.

Backlund lit the lamp in a 6-3 loss to Buffalo on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

After a hot streak in mid February, Backlund has cooled off a little, with two points in his last six contests. This is typical for Backlund, who has always been a streaky scorer. Although he's not a dynamic fantasy player by any means, he's settled into a nice niche in Calgary where he can score 30-40 points a season on the third line.

Backlund scored his 10th goal of the season and added an assist in Friday's win over Vancouver.

EDGE Analysis

The second line carried the offense in the win, as linemates Backlund, Michael Frolik and Joe Colborne each had a goal and an assist in the victory. Backlund has now scored five goals in his last seven games, helping him to his third consecutive 10-goal season. With 29 points in 57 games, the 26-year-old isn't a huge point producer, but he's scoring enough to warrant a look in some deeper leagues right now.

Backlund potted a goal in a 5-3 loss to the Wild on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund has played fairly well since the All-Star Break, tallying five points in eight games. He is actually on pace for a career year this season, as he has a chance at hitting 40 points for this first time. If there was ever a time to play Backlund, now would be it.

Backlund notched a goal on three shots, had two PIM and went plus-2 in Thursday's 6-5 win over the Sharks.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund has found the back of the net in his last three games, and is a plus-5 in that span. The 26-year-old was on the ice for a game-high 21:54 on Thursday night. He's seen an average of 19:43 on the ice during his current streak, and is certainly making the most of this major action he's been seeing lately.

Backlund added a power play marker to a 4-3 victory against Toronto on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund is on a mini hot streak with three points in his last two games. He moved up a line with Johnny Gaudreau's line scratched due to disciplinary reasons, and took advantage. Backlund isn't going to set the ice on fire with his scoring, but is at his usual 35-40 point pace.

Backlund scored his sixth goal of the season and added an assist in Saturday's win over the Canucks.

EDGE Analysis

While it was an empty-netter, it all counts the same, as Backlund got on the scoresheet for the first time in six games. He's currently centering the second line and seeing decent minutes, but he's yet to score a power-play goal this season and is known for being streaky, so exhibit caution.