Does David Backes’ pivot make head contact unavoidable? That’s the question the NHL will face when it decides whether or not to suspend Chicago’s Brent Seabrook, for this devastating bodycheck.

IRVINE — Sweat poured from David Backes’ face as he exited the ice and clomped into the Ducks’ dressing room at Great Park Ice on Saturday morning. His breathing was labored as he began to ...

Despite reports he was willing to take on the role of enforcer, David Backes wants to make it clear that he's not looking for fights. The veteran simply wants to be more useful to his team ...

After prioritizing grinding two-way talent in 2016, Team USA’s identity finally reflects the shift in how NHL teams are built ...

There have been whispers around the NHL about the salary cap for months now. It was initially projected to rise to between ...

Sports News // 5 years ago Boston Bruins' David Backes delivers crushing hit on Blues' Sammy Blais Boston Bruins forward David Backes delivered a huge hit on St. Louis Blues winger Sammy Blais ...

The Boston Bruins' David Backes says the team can't be concerned with how they get it done in Game 5. They just need to get it done. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article ...

The Boston Bruins placed 14-year NHL forward David Backes on waivers Friday with the intention of assigning him to Providence of the American Hockey League. This advertisement has not loaded yet ...