Backstrom (upper body) will not play against the Islanders on Tuesday night, Zac Boyer of The Washington Times reports.
Analysis:
Backstrom, a savvy Swede with superior on-ice vision, was able to take part in Monday's practice and performed line rushes. It's a sour feeling to be without Backstrom during the fantasy playoffs, but the Capitals have clinched the Presidents' Trophy and simply have no incentive to rush him back.