Quinn Hughes Out for USA vs Canada Final

Quinn Hughes, captain of the Vancouver Canucks, will not play for Team USA in the 4 Nations Face-Off final against Canada due to an oblique injury, as he has not been medically cleared. Although initially considered as a replacement for Charlie McAvoy, who is out with a shoulder infection, Hughes remains in Vancouver. Tournament rules prohibit his participation unless Team USA's roster drops below six defensemen, which is not the current situation. Hughes has been practicing with the Canucks and is expected to return to NHL action over the weekend. Team USA enters the final with confidence, relying on players like Auston Matthews and the Tkachuk brothers. The championship game is highly anticipated despite the absence of key players like Hughes and McAvoy.