Nick Backstrom had a hip resurfacing procedure done. The recovery process is a lengthy one. What does that mean for the Washington Capitals?

With Nick Backstrom's injury that leaves the Capitals short in the center position. Nick Backstrom has big shoes to fill. Who's up for the challenge?

Do you the Capitals have someone in house to fill Nick's spot on the roster, or will they need to go outside of the organization?

Backstrom's cap hit is 9.2 million, second only to Ovechkin. How does that affect the Capitals future plans?

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