GDT: Four Nations Face-Off III - NO Politics!

[Terrier]

Scotty Bowman discusses the 4 Nations and U.S. hockey. Among his family, he has a daughter and two grandsons who live in Swampscott.

OBF: Spice on ice for US vs. Canada

The Cold War hasn’t been this hot since Lake Placid. Team USA vs. the Big Red Machine. This Red menace has nothing to do with Johnny Bench, Pete Rose, or the Soviet Union. Instead of Moscow, hockey…

www.bostonherald.com

 

[BigGoalBrad]

Why the extra day off game should be tonight.

Hope McAvoy somehow finds a way to play.

 

[caz16]

Why the extra day off game should be tonight.

Hope McAvoy somehow finds a way to play.

His recovery is "weeks" according to the article. They had to remove the infection surgically and the skin has to grow back. He will not be playing.

 

[Ladyfan]

Why the extra day off game should be tonight.

Hope McAvoy somehow finds a way to play.

It isn't sounding like he will be playing...and shouldn't.

His health is far more important and being young he will have other chances at playing for his country.

 

[ODAAT]

He probably doesn't care for Hedman either. I wonder why he never wants a piece of him?

precisely, spot picker

5-3 USA, Binnington pulled in 2nd but not before giving up two softies TC can`t recover from

 

[4ORRBRUIN]

Speak for yourself

I did, you agree?

 

[Hookslide]

We agree to disagree.

I loved it. Every second of it. I like those two. Sorry not sorry.

I haven't heard anyone but Hagel insinuate that the fights, which were of course planned via text by the bros & JT, were "staged" for the cameras.

My understanding is that MT of FLA doesn't care for Hagel of TB. Hence, he "wanted a piece of him."

I have zero problem with that.

Good on 'em.

Personally, I have my issues with the Thachuks, as a fan, but they did their job the other night, in all honesty I hate staged fights, stupid in my opinion, but those fights although I would say anyone who says they were staged might be right, but they also were to give a message, and message was sent. The message being sent is still working, prove being Hagel still whining about it, it is in his head and maybe a few others. I was not all on board for this tournament, and still not, but the hockey is great and I am enjoying it.

 

[4ORRBRUIN]

I don't recall anyone saying any such thing. In fact, quite a few people here have said the opposite.

I never said anyone did, they dont need to. There is more "fans" hating on the T brothers than rooting for them. After tomorrow I will hate on them as well.

The brothers have the nation talking about the sport. Plus they are great players that any Bruin fan would love to have, well other than the pattycake bunch.

 

[4ORRBRUIN]

precisely, spot picker

5-3 USA, Binnington pulled in 2nd but not before giving up two softies TC can`t recover from

I predict the Canadians will get the first power plays on a weak call to keep the game in check and take the physicality out of the game as fast as possible.

Lot more pressure on the USA playing at home.

 

[Bruin4]

Why wouldn't team USA just kept Hughes on their Roster to begin with just in case he could of been able to make it back. Seems like a huge oversight by their management team here.

 

[Bruin4]

Time for USA to change things around here!

 

[BruinDust]

Regardless of the outcome tomorrow night, this tournament has been an absolute home-run for the NHL. Which given the apathy going into it from many fans (myself included), is pretty amazing stuff. Sometimes you just have to catch lightning in a bottle.

https://www.cnn.com/2025/02/19/business/four-nations-hockey-ticket-prices/index.html

 

[EverettMike]

Canada 6-1.

 

[Gee Wally]

 

[Bruin4]

 

[Hookslide]

He probably doesn't care for Hedman either. I wonder why he never wants a piece of him?

Hedman is off my dance card

 

[Alicat]

Why the extra day off game should be tonight.

Hope McAvoy somehow finds a way to play.

Considering he's still in the hospital on IV antibiotics it is safe to say he's OUT for tomorrow and for the foreseeable future.

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Get well soon CMac!

 

[the negotiator]

Considering he's still in the hospital on IV antibiotics it is safe to say he's OUT for tomorrow and for the foreseeable future.


Get well soon CMac!

He is clearly OUT tomorrow and likely for a significant amount after that...four weeks is probably a tad optimistic ....in my opinion if the Bs don't put on a run in the next 9-10 games I think he is held out the rest of the year

And of the most importance- get well Charley- I want to see a total recovery versus a he's "good enough" to play decision

 

[22Brad Park]

"He didn't belong with the best players in the world": Canucks radio host delivers no-holds-barred take on $92,800,000 Elias Pettersson's poor performance for Sweden at 4 Nations

Vancouver Canucks radio host Mike Halford, speaking on Sportsnet 650, delivered a candid critique of center Elias Pettersson's performance during the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament.

www.sportskeeda.com

 

[cat400]

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The question needs to be asked:

Why was Charlie playing against Canada and hitting like a Mac Truck if he had already sustained a shoulder injury in the previous game?

 

[22Brad Park]

Canada 6-1.

Hey,you are giving USA a goal this time at least

 

[22Brad Park]

He is clearly OUT tomorrow and likely for a significant amount after that...four weeks is probably a tad optimistic ....in my opinion if the Bs don't put on a run in the next 9-10 games I think he is held out the rest of the year

And of the most importance- get well Charley- I want to see a total recovery versus a he's "good enough" to play decision

This is a very concerning situation for Boston now with both shoulders having issues and him making the money he does to be the # 1 guy in Boston.I am happy he is ok don't get me wrong but again it is concerning.

 

[HumBucker]

Personally, I have my issues with the Thachuks, as a fan, but they did their job the other night, in all honesty I hate staged fights, stupid in my opinion, but those fights although I would say anyone who says they were staged might be right, but they also were to give a message, and message was sent. The message being sent is still working, prove being Hagel still whining about it, it is in his head and maybe a few others. I was not all on board for this tournament, and still not, but the hockey is great and I am enjoying it.

What exactly was the message? That the US team would be tough and physical? Everyone knew that prior to puck drop. Was the message that they would goon it up with smaller, non-fighter players? I'm sure Team Canada is shaking in their boots. (I at least give Miller credit for going with a larger player.) All it accomplished was to take 2 of Team USA's most effective players off the ice for 5 minutes.

 

[HumBucker]

That sucks about McAvoy. As entertaining as the tournament has been, this is the last thing the Bruins needed. I fear he's shortening his career with all these shoulder injuries.

 

[Dennis Bonvie]

Why the extra day off game should be tonight.

Hope McAvoy somehow finds a way to play.

Why should the game be tonight?