Michael Nylander Michael Nylander ( born October 3 , 1972 ) is a Swedish professional ice hockey centre who is currently a free agent . Playing career . Nylander was drafted by the Hartford Whalers in the third round ( 59th overall ) in the 1991 NHL Entry Draft . In the NHL , he has played for the Hartford Whalers ( 1992 – 1994 ) , Calgary Flames ( 1994 – 98 ) , Tampa Bay Lightning ( 1999 ) , Chicago Blackhawks ( 1999 – 2002 ) , Washington Capitals ( 2002 – 2003 ) , and Boston Bruins ( 2004 ) , New York Rangers ( 2005 – 2007 ) , and Washington Capitals ( 2007 – present ) . Nylander was signed by the New York Rangers for the 2005 – 06 season and played well with All - Star right - winger Jaromír Jágr . He centred the first line and first power play unit . Statistically , Nylander had his best season as he helped the Rangers reach 100 points for the first time since 1994 . Following their 4 - 3 overtime victory over the Boston Bruins on April 8 , 2006 , Nylander was interviewed by NBC ' s Pierre McGuire . He popped the word " shit " on live television , when speaking about his relationship with Pierre McGuire back in Hartford . Bill Clement mentioned there was no 5 - second delay , however Clement and the rest of the NBC crew did issue an immediate apology . Nylander scored the game - winning goal in overtime . The National Hockey League and the Federal Communications Commission never made a decision on this situation . As reported on the Edmonton Oilers website , Nylander ' s agent had agreed to a contract with the Oilers . While expecting to receive a signed contract , the Oilers instead found out that he had signed with the Washington Capitals . Nylander tore his rotator cuff during a faceoff against the Florida Panthers on December 1 , 2007 . Nylander missed the next four games before returning to play the next thirteen games . Eventually , Nylander was forced to have surgery to repair the tear on January 16 , 2008 , and missed the rest of the 2007 – 08 regular season and playoffs . In the 2008 - 09 season , still feeling the effects of his torn rotator cuff , Nylander managed to collect only 33 points in 72 games . Many fans and hockey pundits criticized Nylander ' s performance and felt he didn ' t live up to his contract . The following season the Washington Capitals faced salary cap restraints . Looking for move salary , they attempted to trade Michael Nylander , but found no suitors for his near $ 5 , 000 , 000 salary . The Washington Capitals first loaned Nylander to the Detroit Red Wings organization ( who then assigned him to the Grand Rapids Griffins of the American Hockey League ) and then later loaned Nylander to Jokerit of SM - liiga where he finished the 2009 - 10 hockey season . For the 2010 - 11 season , Nylander is playing in the Florida Panthers organization ' s AHL affiliate in Rochester as they fill a hole at center . His NHL rights remain owned by the Capitals through the end of the season . On October 23 , 2010 , Nylander was seriously injured when he was hit from behind by Brendan Smith during the second period of a game between Rochester and the Grand Rapids Griffins . He underwent successful spinal fusion surgery on October 26 , 2010 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester , NY and doctors have said that he should be cleared to play again after 6 months of recovery . On August 17 , 2011 , Nylander signed a try - out contract with the Philadelphia Flyers , joining the team ' s training camp . He was released on 25 September , 2011 . Personal life . Michael has a brother , Peter , who also plays pro hockey . Nylander is married to the former Camilla Altelius . He has 6 children - Michelle ( born 1994 ) , William ( born 1996 ) which is also a young developing star , Alexander ( born 1998 ) , Jacquline ( born 2000 ) , Stephanie ( born 2003 ) , and Daniella ( born 2006 ) Transactions . August 2011 - got tryout with Philadelphia Flyers National Hockey League .