Nicklas Backstrom made his big return to DC this week as he prepares for his 17th NHL season. If all goes well in training camp, Backstrom’s campaign will begin on October 13 as the Capitals face off against the Pittsburgh Penguins and their prized offseason acquisition, Erik Karlsson. Before leaving Washington, Backstrom commented on Karlsson’s… Continue reading Nicklas Backstrom is happy to trade Erik Karlsson to the Penguins but plans to ‘cut him to the calves’ during the games.