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Backstrom
Goaltender
Birthdate
13/2/1978
Birthplace
Helsinki, FIN
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NHL fines Panthers' Anton Lundell, Lightning's Scott Sabourin
The NHL fined Florida's Anton Lundell $5,000 and Tampa Bay's Scott Sabourin $2,018.23 for their actions in Saturday's penalty-filled game between the Panthers and Lightning.
Matthew Tkachuk practices with Panthers for 1st time this season
Matthew Tkachuk is back on the ice with the Panthers, appearing at practice on Sunday for the first time this season.
Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski put on injured reserve
The Blue Jackets' Zach Werenski, who is second among NHL defensemen with 14 goals and 40 points, has been put on injured reserve with a lower-body injury.
Avalanche host the Kings after Necas' 2-goal game
Los Angeles Kings (16-12-9, in the Pacific Division) vs. Colorado Avalanche (28-2-7, in the Central Division)
Lightning try to keep win streak alive, host the Canadiens
Montreal Canadiens (20-12-5, in the Atlantic Division) vs. Tampa Bay Lightning (21-13-3, in the Atlantic Division)
Toronto visits Detroit after Knies' 2-goal game
Toronto Maple Leafs (17-15-5, in the Atlantic Division) vs. Detroit Red Wings (22-14-3, in the Atlantic Division)
