Nicklas Backstrom returns to his roots, signing with Brynas IF in Sweden after a year-long recovery from a hip injury that kept him sidelined from the NHL. The former Washington Capitals center, who has over 1,100 points in his NHL career, expressed enthusiasm about contributing to Brynas's future after completing his rehab. Backstrom underwent hip resurfacing surgery in June 2022 and says he feels rejuvenated and ready to make an impact in the upcoming season.