Mikael Backlund: From Sweden to NHL Fame – Pass The Torch (S2E18)

Mikael Backlund grew up in Sweden and has now spent 14 seasons with the Calgary Flames. He is now a co-Captain for the Flames as we sat down live with him at the Courtyard in Downtown Boston to chat about all the greatest lessons he’s learned along this journey in the NHL.

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00:00 Best Soundbite!
1:15 When You Fall in Love with Hockey?
3:47 Be Adaptable
5:36 Calgary for Life
6:21 Lessons Through Hockey
7:31 Leadership Development
8:33 Overcoming Injuries
10:29 What Keeps You Motivated?
11:44 Giving Back to Community
15:57 Best Piece of Advice

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