Brynäs IF's season concluded with a quarterfinal loss to Växjö Lakers HC. Veteran forward Nicklas Bäckström, whose contract includes a one-year option, stated he has not discussed his future with the club. The 38-year-old reflected positively on his comeback despite the disappointment.
Brynäs bowed out of the SHL playoffs following their defeat to Växjö in the quarterfinals. Bäckström, who tallied 30 points in 45 regular-season games and two assists across five playoff matches, spoke to Expressen after the series ended. “We haven’t talked about the future,” he said regarding his contract option.