Christian Rune Bäckman (born 28 April 1980) is a Swedish former professional ice hockey defenceman.

Between 2003–04 and 2007–08 he was a regular for St. Louis recording 64 points (19 goals, 45 assists), and 130 penalty minutes in 228 games.

[4] On 26 February 2008, Bäckman was traded to the New York Rangers in exchange for a 4th round draft pick.

[5] On 2 July 2008, Bäckman was traded, along with Fedor Tyutin, to the Columbus Blue Jackets for Nikolai Zherdev and Dan Fritsche.

In October 2009, Bäckman signalled the conclusion of his North American career by signing with Frölunda HC.