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Longtime Capitals center Nicklas Backstrom is resuming his hockey career with Brynas IF in Sweden

Nicklas Backstrom is resuming his hockey career back in his native Sweden with Brynas IF. The Swedish club announced Monday that Backstrom was signing there to play this coming season.

Sports Illustrated on MSN · 15h

Capitals' Nicklas Backstrom Officially Signs in Sweden

After 17 NHL seasons from 2007 to 2024, one of the most notable Washington Capitals players of all time is heading home to continue his career. Longtime Capital

The Washington Post on MSN · 11h

Nicklas Backstrom, center who elevated the Caps, to play in Sweden

Nicklas Backstrom has never been one for fanfare. At the peak of Backstrom’s powers as one of the best playmakers in the NHL, his brash Washington Capitals running mate, Alex Ovechkin, usually grabbed the lion’s share of the spotlight,

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Former Capitals Star Signs in Sweden

Former Stanley Cup-winning center and Capitals legend Nicklas Backstrom announced that he has signed a contract with Brynas ...

NHL Summer Splash Rankings: No. 22, Washington Capitals

THN’s Summer Splash series is in full swing. And in this part of the series, we’re analyzing Team No. 22 in our rankings of ...

NHL News: Alex Ovechkin’s former teammate and Stanley Cup winner returns to Sweden to continue career

After spending nearly two decades in the NHL, a former Alex Ovechkin teammate is heading back to Sweden to continue his hockey career and reflect on moments like winning the Stanley Cup.

Yardbarker on MSN13h

Washington Capitals Legend Announces Next Chapter in His Life

In the 1990’s, the NHL was gifted the duo of Brett Hull and Adam Oates. From 2007-2023, the NHL has enjoyed the duo of Alex Ovechkin and Nicklas Backstrom of the Washington Capitals.

National Hockey League18h

Caps Care Year in Review: Capitals and MSE Foundation Raise More Than $2.3 Million for Charity During 2024-25 Season

Through fundraising and programming efforts, the Capitals and Monumental Sports & Entertainment Foundation supported numerous ...

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Ted Leonsis shares heartfelt farewell note for Nicklas Backstrom as Capitals veteran confirms NHL exit to resume career in Sweden

Ex-Washington Capitals forward Nicklas Backstrom, who last played in 2023, is leaving the NHL to return to Sweden. He has ...

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Capitals Forward Earns Teammate’s Support for Spot in 2026 Olympics

Now, with the 2026 Winter Olympics on the horizon, Capitals teammate Dylan Strome is going public with his support following ...

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Capitals Star Addresses Alex Ovechkin’s Future Beyond 2025-26

Washington Capitals star Dylan Strome commented on the future of all-time great Alex Ovechkin heading into his potential ...

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Washington Capitals Development Camp Roster and Schedule

The Washington Capitals will hold their 2025 Development Camp from July 1 to July 5 at MedStar Capitals Iceplex ...

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Capitals’ perfect move in 2025 NHL offseason

It was a quiet 2025 NHL offseason for the Washington Capitals, but they made one move that stands out above the rest.

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