Mikael Backlund
Mikael Backlund is a seasoned center for the Calgary Flames in the NHL. Known for his strong two-way play, Backlund has been a consistent contributor for the Flames since being drafted in 2007. His leadership qualities and experience have made him a vital part of the team's core, and he is often relied upon in crucial situations. Backlund's ability to score and assist makes him an integral part of the Flames' offensive strategy.
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His spot on a line with Mikael Backlund has been taken by Yegor Sharangovich.
Devils douse Flames with 2-1 win in overtime
Canada· 2026-01-20
Mikael Backlund scored twice in the game against the Golden Knights.
Lomberg lights up Saddledome in Flames’ 6-3 win over Golden KnightsCanada· 2025-12-21
Mikael Backlund scored twice for the Calgary Flames in their victory.
NHL Canadian roundup: Senators, Canadiens and Oilers win on Thursday; Leafs not as fortunateCanada· 2025-12-19
Mikael Backlund reached the milestone of 1,100 career NHL games.
Faulk scores game’s only goal as Blues blank Jets 1-0Canada· 2025-12-18
Mikael Backlund continues his NHL journey in Calgary after signing a new two-year contract with the club.
Backlund förlänger – stannar i Calgary
Sweden· 2025-09-18Mikael Backlund is a Swedish national team player who uses Per Mårs' invention during games.
Svensk innovation förbättrar ishockeyspelares åkningSweden· 2025-05-26
Mikael Backlund scored two goals in the match.
TIPPHETKED ⟩ Rootsi hävitas Taani ning sai kaela MM-pronksi
Estonia· 2025-05-26
Mikael Backlund was the player who ignited the bronze match between Sweden and Denmark by scoring the first two goals.
Backlund blev VM-bronshjälte när Sverige vann mot DanmarkSweden· 2025-05-25Mikael Backlund scored two goals for Sweden in the match against Denmark.
Швеція перемогла Данію в матчі за 3-тє місце ЧС-2025| Хокей
Ukraine· 2025-05-25
Mikael Backlund expressed understanding for the audience's boos after the team's poor performance.
Publiken buade ut svenska spelarna: ”Kostar mycket pengar”Sweden· 2025-05-24
Mikael Backlund's pre-game interview was not conducted in Swedish.
Johan Esk: Den svenska VM-bubblan sprack med en smällSweden· 2025-05-24
Mikael Backlund is the assistant captain of the Swedish national ice hockey team.
Så ska Sverige vinna över Kanada– inga tjuvnyp och knuffarSweden· 2025-05-20
Mikael Backlund has contributed to Sweden's scoring efforts.
Guide inför Tre Kronor mot Frankrike i hockey-VM i GlobenSweden· 2025-05-17
Mikael Backlund is described as a very experienced center and a fantastic player.
Filip Forsberg fortsätter att jaga första målet i VMSweden· 2025-05-17
Mikael Backlund is a center who has had a troubled tournament so far due to equipment issues and an injury.
Trion fortsätter att hoppas på VM-spel med Tre KronorSweden· 2025-05-15
Mikael Backlund is a veteran player who has been dealing with an old injury during the hockey World Championship.
Mikael Backlund: ”Kommer inte hinna bli hundra procent”Sweden· 2025-05-15Mikael Backlund was moved to play with Filip Forsberg and Elias Lindholm.
Svenskt fiasko nära – men snabba mål säkrade segernSweden· 2025-05-10
Mikael Backlund's shot found the net directly.
Johan Esk: Oroande eller sparkapital – valet är frittSweden· 2025-05-10
Mikael Backlund scored a goal during the World Championship opener against Slovakia.
Emil Heineman efter Tre Kronors VM-premiär mot SlovakienSweden· 2025-05-10Mikael Backlund scored one of the goals for Sweden in their match.
JÄRELVAADATAV ⟩ Rootsi näitas, et soovib kodusel MMil kuldaEstonia· 2025-05-09
Mikael Backlund scored one of Sweden's goals in their opening match of the World Championship.
Sverige körde över Slovakien i VM-premiärenSweden· 2025-05-09Mikael Backlund was absent from team training due to misplaced equipment.
Glädjeämnet inför VM-premiären: Zibanejad tillbakaSweden· 2025-05-08Mikael Backlund, who was the team captain during the 2018 World Championship, faced issues with his equipment arriving late for the training.
Allt inför VM-premiären mellan Sverige och Slovakien i StockholmSweden· 2025-05-08Mikael Backlund is a forward for the Calgary Flames.
Guide hockey-VM 2025: Svenska truppen, matcher, tv-tiderSweden· 2025-05-08
Mikael Backlund from Calgary is part of the Swedish national team.
DN Direkt - Skrev med läppstift på staty – döms till 14 årSweden· 2025-04-26
Mikael Backlund from Calgary has been added to the Swedish national team for the World Championship.
DN Direkt - Skottskadad man till sjukhus i StockholmSweden· 2025-04-26Mikael Backlund is a player from Calgary who has been selected for the Swedish national ice hockey team.
DN Direkt - Bardella: Ställer upp i valet om Le Pen hindrasSweden· 2025-04-26Mikael Backlund from Calgary has been added to the Swedish VM team.
DN Direkt - Varnar för vattenbrist i södra SverigeSweden· 2025-04-26Mikael Backlund from Calgary has been added to the Swedish national team for the World Championship.
DN Direkt - Snart inleds rättegången mot MedinSweden· 2025-04-26Mikael Backlund from Calgary is part of the Swedish national team for the World Championship.
DN Direkt - Nionde SM-guldet för StorvretaSweden· 2025-04-26