Let's put it this way -- it will likely be the only time in Backstrom's career that he can smile after allowing four goals in a period, even if he did face 22 shots in those 20 minutes. "You go out there and you don't want to lose,"

Backstrom said after his team dropped a memorable 12-11 decision in Sunday's game, which was decided by a shootout -- only the second in All-Star Game history. "You try your best, but you can definitely sleep at night."