Joe Veleno vs Mikael Backlund — Faceoff Head-to-Head
Predicted Winner
Even Matchup
2025-26 FO%
51.2%
Veleno
H2H Record
1-1
2 meetings
2025-26 FO%
50.7%
Backlund
Stats Comparison
| Stat | Veleno | Backlund |
|---|---|---|
| Shoots | L | L |
| Position | C | C |
| 2025-26 Faceoffs | 281 | 962 |
| 2025-26 FO% | 51.2% | 50.7% |
| vs Left Shooters | 51.8% (170) | 50.6% (688) |
| vs Right Shooters | 50.5% (111) | 51.1% (274) |
| Even Strength | 53.1% (258) | 51.4% (704) |
| Penalty Kill | 30.4% (23) | 48.1% (212) |
| Home | 49.6% (123) | 49.4% (431) |
| Away | 52.5% (158) | 51.8% (531) |
Head-to-Head by Zone
Neutral Zone
1-1
2 faceoffs