Canada, USA Clash in 4 Nations Final Thursday in Boston

As Canada prepares for a rematch against Team USA in the 4 Nations Face-Off championship, tensions are high following their previous encounter, which saw the U.S. win 3-1. Canadian forward Brandon Hagel emphasized that the Canadian team is motivated by national pride, stating, "We’re out there playing for the flag, not the cameras," in response to the physical play and animosity displayed in their last game. The rivalry intensified when Canadian fans booed the U.S. national anthem, creating a charged atmosphere. Following the game, both teams' players acknowledged the importance of physicality, with Brady Tkachuk revealing that Team USA planned to set the tone with early fights. Despite their defeat, Hagel expressed confidence that Canada would rise to the challenge, portraying them as the team playing for their country's honor. The championship game is set to take place at TD Garden in Boston on Thursday night.