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Nicklas Backstrom suffers neck bruise in KHL
Nicklas Backstrom - C - Washington Capitals
Jan. 2, 2013 - 12:10 PM ET

Nicklas Backstrom has missed two straight games for Dynamo Moscow since suffering a neck bruise on Dec. 26.

It's unclear when he will be able to return as the ailment could be the day-to-day or week-to-week variety, according to a report. Backstrom missed the majority of the 2011-12 campaign with a concussion, so the Washington Capitals will likely monitor the situation closely and so should any potential fantasy owners should the league and players agree to a new CBA soon.

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