Canada players celebrate after a goal by Nathan MacKinnon during the first period of the 4 Nations Face-Off championship hockey game against the United States, Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025, in Boston.

The 4 Nations Face-Off was a runaway success for the NHL in lieu of an All-Star Game this week. Of course, it helps that the league got it's preferred championship matchup in Canada vs. United States.

Canada's Connor McDavid (97) celebrates after his game-winning goal against the United States during an overtime period of the 4 Nations Face-Off championship hockey game, Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025 ...

Team Canada's Brandon Hagel said fighting Team USA's Matthew Tkachuk was "for the flag," not "for the cameras," on Saturday in their 4 Nations Face-Off game.

Canada captures 4 Nations Face off with 3-2 overtime victory over USA Posted: Feb 20, 2025 / 11:30 PM CST Updated: Feb 20, 2025 / 11:30 PM CST ...