Mikael Backlund has been limited in his practice with an abdominal strain, according to the Calgary Sun.

Backlund has been limited in his practice with an abdominal strain, according to the Calgary Sun.

Analysis:

Backlund should be fine for when the season starts, but be does have a history of being plagued with injuries. He's coming off a 39-point season, his best in the NHL so far.