Nick Backstrom steps away from hockey. What does that mean for the Washington Capitals? Who will take his place on the ice? What's behind the Caps winning as of late

In this episode of Locked on Capitals Dan welcomes Keith Leonard from RotoWire NHL and they talk about the news of this morning that center Nick Backstrom is stepping away from hockey. Nick said that his hip still just doesn't feel right. Nick who has been pretty much absent from the score sheet this season. Nick will go down as one of the best ever to play in DC. Backstrom is currently the Capitals' all-time leader in assists (762), and he has recorded 1,033 points (271 goals and 762 assists) with the franchise. Backstrom also ranks second in team history in points (1,033), games played (1,105), power-play points (421) and overtime goals (9).

Later they talk about who will take his place. The first one to get his opportunity is Connor McMichael. Connor has played wing to start the season, but center is his natural position.

In the final segment they talk about what's behind the Capitals great play as of late and why they got off to a slow start.

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