Backstrom just reached 600 assists

[joe89]

The direction the league is heading in, and still being "only" 30, he might reach 1000 points before he reaches 1000 games. And a lot more if he can stay healthy, perhaps even get in the vicinity of Sundin's point totals.

 

[txpd]

Its simply unfair how underrated he is in the league. I wonder whether he personally cares about it though, that many see him as "some passer" while he is WAY more than that.

Im very happy that OV decided to give the cup to him first. That was nice and very deserved.

Its worth noting that Backstrom prefers being out of the spotlight. Trotz thought it was unfair and made a point of talking him up. Backstrom does not want to play in the all star game and is as quiet as Ov is loud.

That said, he is a first ballot hall of famer.

 

[kuzy92]

Passing machine

Filthy sauce!!

 

[Pierre from Orleans]

A very quiet 600 assists.

Amazing player

 

[gtrower]

It's puzzling how little attention he gets when you put his stats up against his peers. Been an elite 2-way C for a decade and couldn't even get an all-star nod let alone Selke consideration.

 

[Chimpradamus]

Filthy sauce!!

Yup, I think Bäckström's amazing saucer passes, paired with his excellent ice vision, is what made him the elite playmaker he is. I think he's snap shot is pretty good too, but I guess you don't take too many shots playing with guys like Ovechkin.

It's puzzling how little attention he gets when you put his stats up against his peers. Been an elite 2-way C for a decade and couldn't even get an all-star nod let alone Selke consideration.

I remember an article maybe 1-2 years ago that compared Bäckström's production and overall performance with other players in other sports, coming to the conclusion he's been criminally under the radar during his entire career basically. Other peers in his quality range all had prizes or All-Star team selections. Not Bäckström.

But I think he likes it that way anyway. Who the heck would want to play in the All-Star games anyway, instead of having a free weekend off?

On another note, he's been amazing playing for Sweden as well. You always notice he's on the team, both on the ice and on the scoreboard.

He was voted the most underrated player in the league by NHLPA in the 17/18 season.

 

[johan f]

It's puzzling how little attention he gets when you put his stats up against his peers. Been an elite 2-way C for a decade and couldn't even get an all-star nod let alone Selke consideration.

Yes, he has played good enough two way game to at least be nominated a few times, let alone win one. Trotz was early in his tenure with team marveling about how smart Backstrom was with both and without the puck.

 

[TheFountainhead]

 

[COHawk]

Actually leads all players since entering the league.

And only second to Crosby in assists per game at .73 vs. .79. (Really third to Getzlaf if you wanna nitpick by .002%)

 

[4thTierSport]

And only second to Crosby in assists per game at .73 vs. .79. (Really third to Getzlaf if you wanna nitpick by .002%)

Just like Ovie; he barely misses a game. I think his longest time out was when Borque hit him in the head with a drive by elbow.

 

[Nadal On Clay]

"Product of OV"

 

[The Tank]

A wonderful playmaker with a humble attitude. Hopefully he will assist to a lot more goals before he retires.

 

[DDRhockey]

Just like Ovie; he barely misses a game. I think his longest time out was when Borque hit him in the head with a drive by elbow.

He actually missed half a Season because that elbow....

 

[shtorm2005]

Unfortunately always overshadowed by Ovi, but Backstrom is a great player

I think he's happy that way.

 

[Demandedace]

Nicky B has the best saucer passes in the land, you cannot change my mind.

 

[Super Hans]

I think he has atleast 800 assists in him.

Is this a Sochi reference?

 

[DDRhockey]

Is this a Sochi reference?

No? I retract my statement. He can reach 900

 

[SmellOfVictory]

Makes me wonder why St. Louis took Erik Johnson first overall.

Because people thought Johnson was going to be the new Pronger.

 

[Healthy DiPietro]

600 assists? Ni..........ce

 

[Hockeyholic]

He'll get hall of fame consideration.

 

[sens13]

most underrated player in the league. ridiculous how he get's no recognition from media.

 

[JasonRoseEh]

Passing machine

This pass is/was/always will be god tier. I can taste the f***ing sauce on it from here.