Swedish strikerWashington Capitals » Nicklas Backström announced the suspension of his career due to injury.
In June 2022, the 35-year-old hockey player underwent surgery on his left hip, due to which he missed most of the 2022/23 NHL season.
— Considering my long-term injury treatment, I have decided to leave the game for a while. It’s a difficult decision, but I believe it’s the right one for my health at this time. I would like to thank my teammates, the organization and the fans for their support. “At the moment I request confidentiality while I determine my next steps and possible options for how the situation develops,” Bäckström told the club’s official website.
Backstrom has been playing for Washington since 2007. In total, he has played 1,105 NHL games and scored 1,033 (271+762) points.
Source : MatchTV
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