The renowned ice hockey player, Nicklas Backstrom, resumes his professional career in his native country, Sweden, by joining the Brynas IF team. This decision comes after a season of absence in the NHL due to a persistent hip injury. The Swedish club made Backstrom’s signing official on Monday, confirming his participation in the upcoming season. The 37-year-old center’s contract with the Washington Capitals of the NHL ended this summer.
Backstrom underwent hip resurfacing surgery in June 2022, hoping to fix a chronic problem. By September 2023, during training camp, he assured he felt “much better.” His last official game was on October 29, 2023. On November 1, he announced an indefinite leave due to what the team described as an “ongoing injury situation.”I have always felt that I would like to represent Brynas again someday if the opportunity arose. After undergoing rehabilitation and being away from the game for almost two seasons, I feel very motivated and full of energy to contribute to the future success of the club.
Nicklas Backstrom
Before his absence, Backstrom played more than 1,200 games with the Capitals, accumulating more than 1,100 points. He was a key player in the conquest of the Stanley Cup in 2018. The Capitals, in a statement, expressed their gratitude to Backstrom and wished him success in the future, highlighting his dedication and constant effort.
