Canada will take on the US in the 4 Nations showdown final later this week and will rematch a fierce match-up rematch when three fights erupt in nine seconds over the weekend.
Brad Marchand and Nathan McKinnon expressed their excitement to play the United States again after a 5-3 victory in Finland on Monday afternoon.
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Canada's Seth Jarvis, #24, will respond to the goals of teammate Brad Marchand during the first period of the four countries held in Montreal on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. (Graham Hughes/The Canadian Press via AP)
“We're obviously really excited that these guys have another crack, and it's definitely going to be a fierce game,” Merchant said.
“Hockey doesn't have a big rivalry as in Canada. I think it's a matchup that everyone wanted, so it's going to be a very intense game.
McKinnon said he believes Canada can win in Boston.
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Canadian forward Nathan McKinnon #29 will celebrate Swedish goals with his teammates during the first period of the 4 Nations held in Montreal on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. (Canadian media via Christinne Muschi/AP)
“We feel we can beat those guys, so we're going to play a little better on Thursday,” he said. Athletic.
The Americans hit a blow to the defeat against Sweden to end the round-robin portion of the tournament. Brady Tokachuk left for the second period after a clash with Swedish Samuel Arson at the crease. Auston Matthews and Charlie McAvoy were hurt from the lineup.
US head coach Mike Sullivan said the team is looking forward to match-ups.
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United States Brady Tokachuk #7 chased the puck towards Swedish goaltender Samuel Arson during the first period of the 4 Nations face-off hockey game in Boston on Monday, February 17, 2025 While hitting the post. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
“The first game was a really great hockey game, and I think it's great for hockey to have the opportunity to see these two teams again,” Sullivan said. “Obviously, both teams have star power around the lineup. It was a very competitive hockey game and it was their first game.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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