Nicklas Backstrom
Bruins Beat Capitals 4-3 in OT To Force Game 7
The Washington Capitals couldn’t close it out at home falling 4-3 to the Boston Bruins in overtime and will head back to Boston for a deciding game seven Wednesday.
Caps Practice Recap: Michal Neuvirth Returns In Back-up Role
The Washington Capitals held a full practice today a night after evening the series at two games a piece with a 2-1 win over the Boston Bruins.
Elfin: Backstrom And The Capitals Stepped Right Into Boston’s Trap
Nicklas Backstrom, not known for his rough play on the ice, got himself suspended for a critical Game 4 for acting out of character. Regardless, Dale Hunter who was a notorious bad guy himself, stands by his player’s stance of self-defense, although that raises some eyebrows in Boston.
Boston Bruins Coach Denies Nicklas Backstrom Was Targeted
Boston coach Claude Julien says it’s “ludicrous” to think the Bruins would target the head of Capitals center Nicklas Backstrom, who missed half the season with a concussion.
Caps Respond To Backstrom Suspension
Arlington, VA-The Capitals practiced today one day after knowing they’ll be without their star center Nicklas Backstrom tomorrow in game four due to a game three match penalty and a one-game suspension.
Backstrom Suspended For Game Four
Arlington, VA-Capitals center Nicklas Backstrom has been suspended one game by the NHL for a match penalty called at the end of the Capitals 4-3 loss to the Boston Bruins last night.
Hunter Says Bruins Targeting Backstrom’s Head
Arlington, VA-Capitals Head Coach Dale Hunter says the Boston Bruins are targeting Nicklas Backstrom’s head and says he doesn’t think Backstrom will be suspended.
Chara’s Late Goal Beats Caps In Game 3, Bruins Take Series Lead
The Caps lost Game 3 and the series lead to the Bruins 4-3 on Monday courtesy of a late Zdeno Chara goal.
Elfin: Role Reversal Of The Caps From Favorite To Underdog Could Be What They Needed
Washington Capitals fans have suffered the reigning disappointment of watching their team favored to win Lord Stanley’s Cup, let them down again and again. Perhaps all they needed was just a little less expectation.
Neuvirth Practices As Caps Hold Intense Practice
Arlington, VA-The Washington Capitals continued their preparation for the Boston Bruins today and had some good news as Michal Neuvirth practiced today for the first time since being injured April 5th against the Florida Panthers.
