Nicklas Backstrom of the Washington Capitals has certianly proved by now that the term "sophomore slump" won't be associated with him or his game.

The second year center scored his 14th goal of the year last night against the Montreal Canadiens and then scored the deciding goal in the shootout to help the Caps gain a 4-3 win.

Backstrom now has a four game point streak and has picked up 13 points in his last nine games. He has a team high 47 assists, which is also good for fifth overall in the league. He and the Caps currently sit in second place in the Eastern Conference and will take on the Colorado Avalanche on Friday night.

Posted By: Luke Ventura