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Mikael Backlund

Center · Calgary Flames

2007 Draft, Rd 1 Pick 24 (#24) — Calgary Flames

Age 376'0"206 lbsShoots LeftVasteras, SWE

Current Season

GP

82

Goals

17

Assists

26

Points

43

+/-

+7

S%

9.1%

Last 5 Games

DateOppGAPTS+/-SOGTOI
Apr 16vs LAK0000016:22
Apr 14vs COL011-1216:36
Apr 12vs UTA1010217:42
Apr 11@ SEA000-2515:16
Apr 9@ COL0000217:16

Career Stats

Contract

Cap Hit

$4.50M

Total Value

$9.00M

Expires

2 yrs · 2025-2026

Status

Then UFA

Full NMC throughout, Yr 2 was a 15 Team No Trade List: beginning on January 1, 2026, extension signed converted NTC to NMC

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are Mikael Backlund's stats this season?
Mikael Backlund has 17 goals and 26 assists for 43 points in 82 games this season.
What team does Mikael Backlund play for?
Mikael Backlund is a forward for the Calgary Flames.
What is Mikael Backlund's contract?
Mikael Backlund has a cap hit of $4.50M with 0 years remaining. He will be an unrestricted free agent (UFA) when the contract expires.
When was Mikael Backlund drafted?
Mikael Backlund was drafted in the 2007 NHL Draft by the Calgary Flames in Round 1, Pick 24 (24 overall).
Where is Mikael Backlund from?
Mikael Backlund is 37 years old and was born in Vasteras, SWE.