OCTOBER 26, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
David Backes on taking the 'gut punch' of hockey's worst losses, moving on, and his 2010 pre-Olympics rampage After an outstanding career that included two of the worst losses a player can experience, David Backes joins "The Athletic Hockey Show."
David Backes retires after signing one-day contract with Blues David Backes signed a ceremonial one-day contract Thursday with the St. Louis Blues and announced his retirement.
SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 • WINNIPEGSUN.COM
Jeremy Rutherford: David Backes makes it official and with a... - The Athletic David Backes makes it official and with a terrific touch. The 37-year-old former captain of the Blues, who spent 10 seasons in St. Louis, is...
SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Panthers sign Sam Bennett to 4-year deal; Sam Reinhart next?
The Florida Panthers have signed restricted free agent forward Sam Bennett to a $17.7 million, four-year contractJULY 26, 2021 • Associated Press
NHL Expansion Draft-Available Players List Expansion Draft: Wednesday, July 21 ANAHEIM — Forwards: Andrew Agozzino, David Backes, Sam Carrick, Chase De Leo, Ryan Getzlaf, Derek Grant,...
JULY 18, 2021 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM
Low-scoring Ducks contemplate change after another lost year
The Anaheim Ducks are mired in a three-year playoff drought because they were the NHL’s worst offensive team for the second time in three yearsMAY 12, 2021 • Associated Press
Darren Pang interview: On David Backes' Blues legacy, T.J. Oshie's special night and John Davidson as a team builder In a 12-hour window, each of the three former Blues made headlines around the league.
MAY 6, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Terry scores shootout winner, Ducks beat Blues 3-2
Troy Terry scored the shootout winner in the Anaheim Ducks’ 3-2 victory over the St. Louis Blues on Wednesday nightMAY 6, 2021 • Associated Press
A fond St. Louis farewell for David Backes The former Blues captain, who's expected to retire after this season, is inserted into Ducks lineup Wednesday.
MAY 6, 2021 • STLTODAY.COM
Bortuzzo, Schenn score in Blues' 3-1 victory over Ducks
Robert Bortuzzo got his first goal of the season and Brayden Schenn also scored, leading the St. Louis Blues to a 3-1 victory over the Anaheim DucksMAY 4, 2021 • Associated Press
HockeyBuzz.com - Ben Shelley - David Backes could retire at end of season NHL Hockey Trade Rumors
APRIL 28, 2021 • HOCKEYBUZZ.COM
On David Backes' legacy and the possible 'full circle' end to his career: 'A lot of personal sacrifice' Backes got a "goodbye" moment with family in Anaheim, but will he play a final game in St. Louis?
APRIL 26, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
'A lot of personal sacrifice': On David Backes' legacy and the possible 'full circle' end to his career Backes got a "goodbye" moment with family in Anaheim, but will he play a final game in St. Louis?
APRIL 26, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
David Backes Hints At Retirement, Addresses Uncertain Future David Backes is unsure what the future holds for him as the Anaheim Ducks forward addressed potential retirement when this season ends.
APRIL 25, 2021 • NESN.COM
Golden Knights rout Ducks 5-1 for team-best 9th straight win
Chandler Stephenson scored two goals in the first period and the Vegas Golden Knights cruised to their franchise-record ninth consecutive victory, 5-1 over the last-place Anaheim D...APRIL 25, 2021 • Associated Press
Gibson makes 34 saves as Ducks beat Sharks 5-1
David Backes and Nicolas Deslauriers each had a goal and an assist, and the Anaheim Ducks stopped San Jose’s four-game win streak with a 5-1 victory over the SharksAPRIL 7, 2021 • Associated Press
Ducks take on the Coyotes on 3-game skid
Anaheim looks to end its three-game losing streak with a win over ArizonaFEBRUARY 21, 2021 • Associated Press
