BREAKING: Capitals Star Steps Away From Hockey Indefinitely

Nicklas Backstrom is having one of the worst seasons of his career, with one point in eight games.

He is no longer the player he was when the Capitals won the cup in 2018, and certainly isn't living up to his five-year $46-million contract.

With an injury weighing on him, he has stepped away from the game of hockey indefinitely.

While Backstrom may return one day, it is not crazy to think this is the end for him. The 35-year-old has made over $95-million in his career, and has won Lord Stanley. Is this the end for him>

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