Mr. 1000 Mikael Backlund Joins the Show!
Episode description
On hour 2 of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg and Wes Gilbertson are joined by Flames captain Mikael Backlund as he celebrates a monumental milestone: 1,000 games played with the Flames! Backlund reflects on the significance of joining Jarome Iginla in this exclusive club and shares insights into overcoming injury struggles early in his career. He discusses how he transformed the “injury-prone” narrative and the motivation he drew from early criticisms. As he looks ahead, Backlund highlights the legacy he hopes to leave in Calgary, including his work with the PFP and ALS Society of Alberta, Special Olympics, and Kids Cancer Care.
(25:48) Flames alumni Matt Stajan joins the show to share his thoughts on Mikael Backlund hitting the 1,000-game mark with the Flames! Stajan reflects on their time together, the impact Backlund has had on the team and community, and what this milestone means for the organization. The guys dive into the camaraderie among teammates and the pride that comes with reaching such a significant career achievement.
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