Mikael Backlund vs Nils Aman

2025-26 · Faceoff Head-to-Head
Scouting Report

These two are closely matched in overall FO% (49.7% vs 50.0%).

Prediction Breakdown
Model XGBoost ML Model
Overall FO% (Bayesian) Backlund 49.7% vs Aman 50.0% (-0.3%)
Offensive zone Aman 63.6%
Defensive zone Backlund 83.1%
Neutral zone Backlund 56.1%
Result Mikael Backlund favored at 58.6%
58.6%
41.4%
Backlund Aman
No head-to-head faceoffs recorded

Situation Matchup

Situation
Backlund
Aman
Edge
Even Strength
50.1% (891)
50.0% (2)
+0.1%

Handedness & Splits

Handedness
Aman shoots left. Backlund is 49.9% vs left-shot opponents (871).
Backlund shoots left. Aman is 50.0% vs left-shot opponents (2).
By Period
Backlund
Aman
P2
54.7%
50.0%
Final 5 min
47.2%
50.0%

Recent Form

Player
Last 50
Last 200
Career
Backlund
52.0%
48.0%
49.7%
Aman
38.0%
40.5%
50.0%