Calgary Flames captain Mikael Backlund draws inspiration from ex-teammate, soccer idol Wes Gilbertson — Calgary Herald

Mikael Backlund had a front-row seat as one of his former teammates — his predecessor, in fact, as captain of the Calgary Flames — captured one of the NHL’s marquee individual awards in his mid-30s. He watched from afar as one of his favourite athletes enjoyed an extended run as one of the top soccerMikael Backlund had a front-row seat as one of his former teammates — his predecessor, in fact, as captain of the Calgary Flames — captured one of the NHL’s marquee individual awards in his mid-30s. Read More …Read More