




Backstrom's two victories were sandwiched around Tuesday's loss to Nashville, where Josh Harding allowed four goals in the final 10 minutes of the game. Harding will continue to get chances, but Backstrom has the edge as the two compete for playing time.

Stoner questionable

Clayton Stoner, who left during the second period of Thursday's game because of a lower-body injury he suffered in a fight with Cody McLeod, is questionable for tonight's game.

If Stoner can't play, Mike Lundin or Marek Zidlicky would see playing time; both defensemen have been healthy scratches in the past four games.