Backlund scored a goal on five shots in Saturday's 7-2 win over the Sabres.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund tied the game at 2-2 just 20 seconds after Jakob Pelletier's first NHL goal got the Flames on the board. The 33-year-old Backlund had gone 10 games without a goal prior to Saturday, but he did manage 10 assists in that span. The center is known for strong second halves of seasons, so this recent surge should come as no surprise. He's at 10 tallies, 33 points, 163 shots, 57 hits, 28 PIM and a plus-15 rating through 53 contests overall.

Backlund recorded an assist and three shots on goal in Thursday's 2-1 loss to the Red Wings.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund's playmaking remains in great form -- he has 10 helpers over his last nine games. He helped out on Blake Coleman's second-period tally in Thursday narrow loss. Backlund is up to nine goals, 23 helpers, 158 shots on net, 56 hits, 28 PIM and a plus-14 rating through 52 contests overall.

Backlund produced two assists, two hits and a plus-2 rating in Monday's 5-4 overtime loss to the Rangers.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund helped out on third-period tallies by Andrew Mangiapane and Michael Stone. The 33-year-old Backlund has gone nine games without a goal, but he has nine assists and a plus-4 rating in that span. The veteran center is up to 31 points, 155 shots on net, 55 hits, 28 PIM and a plus-13 rating through 51 contests, putting him on track to reach the 40-point mark for the first time since 2019-20.

Backlund logged two assists, two hits and a plus-2 rating in Friday's 5-2 win over the Kraken.

EDGE Analysis

Both of Backlund's helpers came in the third period, with Noah Hanifin and Blake Coleman scoring the goals. The 33-year-old Backlund has surged to the 20-assist mark by racking up seven helpers over his last seven outings. The center has 29 points, 155 shots on net, 53 hits, 28 PIM and a plus-11 rating through 50 contests overall.

Backlund produced an assist, five shots on goal, two PIM and a plus-2 rating in Monday's 4-3 overtime win over the Blue Jackets.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund has earned five helpers over his last five contests. His strong work down low in the offensive zone helped generate a turnover, and he set up Andrew Mangiapane for a second-period tally. Backlund is up to 27 points, 153 shots on net, 50 hits, 26 PIM and a plus-10 rating. His line with Mangiapane and Blake Coleman has emerged as a strong possession trio, and all three can help fantasy managers in formats slightly deeper than standard.

Backlund notched two assists in Saturday's 6-3 win over the Lightning.

EDGE Analysis

He helped set up Rasmus Andersson late in the second period and Blake Coleman for an empty-net tally late in the third. Backlund hadn't had a multi-point performance since early December, but he's been a steady producer lately with two goals and seven points through nine games in January.

Backlund logged an assist and two shots on goal in Monday's 2-1 loss to the Predators.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund continues to chip in well in a supporting role in January, logging two goals, three assists and a plus-2 rating through seven contests. The center set up Nikita Zadorov for the Flames' lone tally in the loss. Backlund is up to 24 points, 143 shots on net, 49 hits, 24 PIM and a plus-8 rating through 45 contests while occupying a third-line place in the lineup.

Backlund notched an assist, six shots on goal and two hits in Saturday's 6-5 win over the Stars.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund made an early contribution, setting up an Andrew Mangiapane tally in the opening minute of the game. Over his last nine games, Backlund has three goals, two assists and 41 shots, providing a little bit more offense in addition to his steady defensive work. The 33-year-old center has 23 points, 141 shots on net, 48 hits, 24 PIM and a plus-9 rating through 44 contests this season.

Backlund scored a goal in Calgary's 4-3 overtime loss to St. Louis on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund found the back of the net at 15:38 of the first period to put Calgary up 2-1. He's contributed nine goals and 22 points in 42 games this season. Backlund was had just two goals and three points in his last 11 contests going into Tuesday's action, but he's showing signs of breaking out of that slump. The 33-year-old's now recorded a point in three of his last four games.

Backlund produced an assist and three shots on goal in Friday's 4-1 win over the Islanders.

EDGE Analysis

Backlund helped out on a Blake Coleman goal in the first period. Somewhat surprisingly, this was Backlund's first helper since Dec. 12 -- he's added just three goals over the 10 games in between assists. The 33-year-old center is up to 21 points, 122 shots on net, 42 hits and a plus-7 rating through 40 contests this season while centering the third line and playing in all situations.