Nicklas Backstrom
Nicklas Backstrom - #19
Center
DOB: November 23, 1987
Birthplace: Gavle, Sweden
Height: 6′0”
Weight: 203
Draft: 1/4, fourth overall, by Washington
Acquired: 2006 NHL Entry Draft
Shoots: Left
| Strengths | Is has excellent vision and hands and is a natural playmaker. Never gives up on a play. Willing to the pay the price in front of the net. Plays a defensively mature game. |
| Weaknesses | Is not very big or strong. Sometimes passes up good scoring chances and passes. Doesn't often play the body. |
| Max Career Potential | All-Star center |
| Current Talent Level | Borderline first line center |
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