Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Chris Tanev didn't return to Tuesday's 5-4 overtime win against th...

<p>Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/1685" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/1685">Chris Tanev</a> didn't return to Tuesday's 5-4 overtime win against the Boston Bruins after suffering an upper-body injury in the first period.</p><p>Tanev suffered the injury during his second shift of the game after taking a <a href="https://x.com/TicTacTOmar/status/1894541460092981298">hard hit</a> from <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/12925" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/12925">John Beecher</a>. He exited the ice under his own power before heading to the locker room.</p><p>The 35-year-old left TD Garden with his right arm in a sling, per<a href="https://x.com/lukefoxjukebox/status/1894587659856593289"> Sportsnet's Luke Fox</a>. Head coach Craig Berube said he'll be evaluated Wednesday.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Tanev has come as advertised after the Maple Leafs signed him as a free agent last offseason. The shutdown defender entered Tuesday ranked second in the NHL with 152 blocked shots and 9.6 defensive goals above replacement, per <a href="https://evolving-hockey.com/">Evolving-Hockey</a>.</p><p>Berube <a href="https://x.com/dalter/status/1894588060647518448">added</a> that <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/4180" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/4180">William Nylander</a> was held out of overtime due to something bothering him. Nylander logged 21:21 in regulation.</p>

CHICAGO, IL - FEBRUARY 23: Chris Tanev #8 of the Toronto Maple Leafs skates in action during the first period against the Chicago Blackhawks on February 23, 2025 at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois.

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Erik Karlsson may be 34 years old and past his truly elite days, but that doesn't mean teams shou...

<p>Erik Karlsson may be 34 years old and past his truly elite days, but that doesn't mean teams shouldn't line up for his services following a <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3226554" href="https://thescore.com/news/3226554">report</a> that stated the Pittsburgh Penguins would trade him in a "heartbeat."</p><p>The three-time Norris Trophy winner is still a difference-maker offensively. He's an elite power-play quarterback, his even-strength offensive metrics are strong, and his 40 points are tied for 11th among NHL defensemen entering play Tuesday. Karlsson's impressive performance at the 4 Nations Face-Off showed he can still elevate his game when the stakes are high.</p><p>However, Karlsson isn't a fit with every team. He's not a strong defender so shouldn't be tasked with combatting opposing top lines. There's also the matter of fitting him into the cap puzzle. Karlsson has two more seasons left on his contract at a $10-million cap hit, though that could theoretically get knocked down to $5 million if the Penguins are willing to retain 50% - which they should be if they want to maximize a return. Karlsson's contract also contains a full no-movement clause, so he'd have a say in where he goes, if he gets traded at all.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>While Karlsson is bound to generate plenty of interest on the trade market, three teams stand out as particularly strong fits.</p><h3>Dallas Stars</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/772278/cropped_GettyImages-1742089803.jpg?ts=1740520065" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/772278/w220xh124_GettyImages-1742089803.jpg?ts=1740520065 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/772278/w320xh180_GettyImages-1742089803.jpg?ts=1740520065 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/772278/w640xh360_GettyImages-1742089803.jpg?ts=1740520065 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/772278/w768xh432_GettyImages-1742089803.jpg?ts=1740520065 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/772278/w1080xh607_GettyImages-1742089803.jpg?ts=1740520065 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Zak Krill / National Hockey League / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>The Stars have already made a notable trade, acquiring Mikael Granlund and Cody Ceci from the San Jose Sharks before the 4 Nations break. That doesn't mean they should be done, though.</p><p>Dallas still has cap space with Tyler Seguin on long-term injured reserve for the remainder of the regular season. Top defenseman Miro Heiskanen was given a month-to-month timeline in early February after undergoing knee surgery, and his return date is unclear.</p><p>Karlsson would be an excellent fit for the Stars, greatly helping their 21st-ranked power play. Assuming Heiskanen returns for the playoffs, his pairing would play the matchup role, while Karlsson could thrive on a more sheltered second pair.</p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
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</table></div></figure><p>The Stars might have to offload Matt Dumba - signed through next season at $3.75 million annually - as part of the deal, but the Penguins should be willing to take on bad contracts for extra draft capital. Ceci or Lyubushkin could be included instead if preferred, and Penguins general manager Kyle Dubas acquired both during his time with the Toronto Maple Leafs.</p><p>Dallas only owns one pick in the first four rounds of the upcoming draft, so it may have to dip into its 2026 selections and prospect pool to make a deal work. Perhaps a young NHLer like Mavrik Bourque could be a key piece of the package.</p><p>Regardless, Karlsson would likely be thrilled to join a legitimate Cup contender in a warm weather, no-income tax state.</p><h3>Florida Panthers</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/767976/cropped_GettyImages-2196042577.jpg?ts=1738210134" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/767976/w220xh124_GettyImages-2196042577.jpg?ts=1738210134 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/767976/w320xh180_GettyImages-2196042577.jpg?ts=1738210134 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/767976/w640xh360_GettyImages-2196042577.jpg?ts=1738210134 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/767976/w768xh432_GettyImages-2196042577.jpg?ts=1738210134 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/767976/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2196042577.jpg?ts=1738210134 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Eliot J. Schechter / National Hockey League / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>Speaking of warm weather, no-income tax states, enter Florida. The defending Stanley Cup champions have a legitimate shot at repeating, but they'll need some reinforcements on the back end having opted not to replace Brandon Montour, who departed in free agency.</p><p>Karlsson and Montour are both offensive-minded, right-shot defensemen, so the Swede could be a seamless replacement on the team's second pairing alongside the steady, sure-handed Niko Mikkola.</p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
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</table></div></figure><p>There are obstacles to overcome, though. The Panthers don't own a pick in the first three rounds of the upcoming draft, so the package would have to be centered around prospects and/or future picks.</p><p>The Panthers don't have an obvious contract to move out, so fitting Karlsson - even at $5 million - would be extremely tight. It could be done, though the club might have to ice the minimum 20-player roster down the stretch. It's also possible someone lands on LTIR, which would allow Florida to fit Karlsson in without any gymnastics.</p><h3>Detroit Red Wings</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/762368/cropped_GettyImages-2159754207.jpg?ts=1735322388" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/762368/w220xh124_GettyImages-2159754207.jpg?ts=1735322388 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/762368/w320xh180_GettyImages-2159754207.jpg?ts=1735322388 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/762368/w640xh360_GettyImages-2159754207.jpg?ts=1735322388 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/762368/w768xh432_GettyImages-2159754207.jpg?ts=1735322388 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/762368/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2159754207.jpg?ts=1735322388 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Dave Sandford / National Hockey League / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p>If you told a hockey fan in the mid-2010s that Patrick Kane, Vladimir Tarasenko, and Erik Karlsson could all be on the same roster, they'd assume that team would be genuinely competing for a Cup. But that's not the case in 2025.</p><p>The Red Wings are on the fringe of the playoff picture as they aim to end an eight-year postseason drought. They enter Tuesday occupying the top wild-card spot in the Eastern Conference, but the race is incredibly tight. That begs the question whether Karlsson would even waive his no-movement clause to join Detroit.</p><p>For Red Wings GM Steve Yzerman, it makes more sense to surrender assets for a player with additional term like Karlsson rather than a rental. Karlsson could slot in on the team's second pair behind Moritz Seider and serve as a key mentor for both Seider and Simon Edvinsson.</p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
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</table></div></figure><p>Detroit could make a trade work more easily than the other teams on this list. Yzerman has a full cupboard of draft picks and one of the NHL's deepest farm systems. The club also has enough cap space to take on the entirety of Karlsson's contract, if necessary.</p><p>If Karlsson's willing to go, there's no reason why Yzerman shouldn't try to make it happen.</p><p>(Cap source: <a href="https://puckpedia.com/">PuckPedia</a>)</p>

SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 27: Erik Karlsson #65 of the Pittsburgh Penguins shoots on goal against the San Jose Sharks during the third period of an NHL hockey game at SAP Center on January 27, 2025 in San Jose, California.

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The Toronto Maple Leafs are interested in acquiring St. Louis Blues captain Brayden Schenn, repor...

<p>The Toronto Maple Leafs are interested in acquiring St. Louis Blues captain <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/589" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/589">Brayden Schenn</a>, reports <a href="https://www.tsn.ca/video/insider-trading-schenn-laughton-remain-best-fit-for-leafs~3087092">TSN's Darren Dreger</a>.</p><p>Schenn could fill Toronto's third-line center role, which is arguably the team's biggest deadline need. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/3007" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/3007">Max Domi</a> occupies that spot, but he's also played the wing at times this season. Schenn could also move to the wing in the team's top six.</p><p>The 33-year-old has 12 goals and 21 assists in 58 contests with the Blues this season. He has plenty of snarl in his game, with 147 hits on the year.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Schenn is signed through the 2027-28 season with a $6.5-million cap hit. His contract includes a full no-trade clause this season before shrinking to a 15-team no-trade list on July 1.</p><p>The Maple Leafs organization would offer Schenn plenty of familiarity. He played under head coach Craig Berube for six seasons in St. Louis, winning the Stanley Cup together in 2019. Schenn's brother, Luke, spent parts of five seasons in Toronto, with the latest stint coming as a deadline add in 2023.</p><p>Coincidentally, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ztBNBYFM674">Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman</a> reported Saturday that he believes teams have discussed uniting the Schenn brothers. Luke, a right-shot, stay-at-home defenseman, is signed with the Nashville Predators through next season at $2.75 million annually.</p>

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JANUARY 20: Brayden Schenn #10 of the St. Louis Blues celebrates with teammates after a goal in a shoot out against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena on January 20, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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The Winnipeg Jets extended their franchise-record winning streak to 10 games in dramatic fashion ...

<p>The Winnipeg Jets extended their franchise-record winning streak to 10 games in dramatic fashion Monday night.</p><p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/2150" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/2150">Mark Scheifele</a> scored the OT winner to sink the San Jose Sharks. It was his 329th goal in a Winnipeg uniform, surpassing the Jets/Thrashers franchise record previously held by Ilya Kovalchuk.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/tdNfhQgKnBY?si=u7SWRU_xB8JUompu" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></figure><p>The Jets trailed 1-0 for the majority of the game until <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/3161" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/3161">Josh Morrissey</a> tied it up with 26 seconds left in regulation to force overtime.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/wL-No0ld2gs?si=AjLFRMVLBHnDvIH_" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></figure><p>Sharks goalie <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/4035" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/4035">Vitek Vanecek</a> nearly stole the game for San Jose, making 33 saves in the loss.</p><p>The OT winner was the 782nd point of Scheifele's 14-year career - all of which has been spent in Winnipeg. He's now 30 points back of Blake Wheeler's franchise record of 812.</p><p>"It means a lot," Scheifele said postgame when asked about accomplishing the feat on home ice. "These fans are amazing each and every night. It was definitely nice to get that one in front of a raucous crowd tonight."</p><p>The victory moved the Jets back into first place in the NHL, a point ahead of the Washington Capitals.</p><p>"It's a fantastic place here, and I'm honored to be a Winnipeg Jet," he said, per <a href="https://x.com/SportsOnPrimeCA/status/1894230033092223147">Prime Video Canada</a>.</p><p>Scheifele signed a seven-year, $59.5-million extension in 2023.</p>

WINNIPEG, CANADA - JANUARY 11: Mark Scheifele #55 of the Winnipeg Jets salutes the fans after receiving third star honours following a 3-0 shutout victory over the Colorado Avalanche at the Canada Life Centre on January 11, 2025 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.

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<p>The Detroit Red Wings traded goaltender <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/3396" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/3396">Ville Husso</a> to the Anaheim Ducks in exchange for future considerations, the teams announced Monday.</p><p>Husso has recorded an .866 save percentage in nine games with the Red Wings this season. He's spent most of the campaign in the AHL, where he's managed a .912 save percentage in 13 appearances.</p><p>The 30-year-old Finn is in the final season of a three-year contract carrying a $4.75-million cap hit.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Husso's best season came in 2021-22 with the St. Louis Blues when he posted a .919 save percentage in 40 games. Detroit signed him as a free agent that offseason hoping he would solidify its crease, but that never materialized. He registered a sub-.900 save percentage in each of his three seasons with the Red Wings.</p><p>The Red Wings this season have primarily relied upon the veteran duo of <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/1584" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/1584">Cam Talbot</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/5538" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/5538">Alex Lyon</a>, who've been solid for the most part.</p><p>Husso will report to the Ducks' AHL affiliate in San Diego. Anaheim has a stellar goalie tandem of <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/9753" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/9753">Lukas Dostal</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/2074" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/2074">John Gibson</a> at the NHL level, although the latter is day-to-day with an upper-body injury. Gibson is also reportedly on the trade block.</p>

OTTAWA, ON - DECEMBER 05: Detroit Red Wings Goalie Ville Husso (35) keeps eyes on the play during third period National Hockey League action between the Detroit Red Wings and Ottawa Senators on December 5, 2024, at Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa, ON, Canada.

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<p>Anaheim Ducks forward Trevor Zegras was suspended three games for interference on Detroit Red Wings forward Michael Rasmussen, the NHL's Department of Player Safety announced Monday.</p><p>Zegras was not assessed a penalty on the play, but the league found he delivered a late, high hit against Rasmussen that made significant head contact causing an injury.</p><p>Click <a href="https://x.com/Sportsnet/status/1894152337733627982">here</a> to view the hit.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Rasmussen was forced to exit the game and did not return. He's considered day-to-day.</p><p>This is the first suspension of Zegras' five-year NHL career.</p>

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - FEBRUARY 23: Trevor Zegras #11 of the Anaheim Ducks looks down the ice against the Detroit Red Wings during the second period at Little Caesars Arena on February 23, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan. Detroit defeated Anaheim 5-4 in O.T.

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<p>Do they split the puck in half?</p><p>New Jersey Devils forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/2121" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/2121">Ondrej Palat</a> and defenseman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/2155" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/2155">Dougie Hamilton</a> each recorded their 500th career point on the same goal Sunday against the Nashville Predators. Palat buried <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/10579" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/10579">Luke Hughes</a>' feed off a rebound from Hamilton's point shot.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Rwlz4uYYL1g?si=YnYRYgCJXQF6srrr" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></figure><p>Palat needed 805 games to reach the milestone, and it took Hamilton 830 contests.</p>

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JANUARY 27: Dougie Hamilton #7 of the New Jersey Devils celebrates his second period goal against the Philadelphia Flyers with teammtes Ondrej Palat #18 and Jesper Bratt #63 at the Wells Fargo Center on January 27, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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<p>The Carolina Hurricanes submitted a contract offer to <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/4772" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/4772">Mikko Rantanen</a> after a face-to-face meeting with his representatives over the 4 Nations Face-Off break, reports <a href="https://x.com/Sportsnet/status/1893481258874753063">Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman</a>.</p><p>The offer is believed to be worth at least $100 million, Friedman added. Rantanen reportedly needs more time before deciding whether to accept the offer.</p><p>The Hurricanes could also consider flipping Rantanen before the March 7 trade deadline if the sides can't agree on an extension by then, reports <a href="https://x.com/DarrenDreger/status/1893415787722903768">TSN's Darren Dreger</a>.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Carolina acquired Rantanen from the Colorado Avalanche in a stunning, three-way megadeal in January.</p><p>Rantanen is in the final season of a six-year, $55.5-million contract signed in 2019. The Chicago Blackhawks retained 50% of his $9.25-million cap hit as part of the trade.</p><p>The 28-year-old Finnish star has struggled to get going with the Hurricanes, managing three points in seven games. Rantanen posted 25 goals and 39 assists in 49 contests with the Avalanche this season on the heels of back-to-back 100-point campaigns.</p>

ST PAUL, MINNESOTA - FEBRUARY 06: Mikko Rantanen #96 of the Carolina Hurricanes skates on the ice in the third period of a game against the Minnesota Wild at Xcel Energy Center on February 06, 2025 in St Paul, Minnesota.

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<p>The 2025 NHL trade deadline is fast approaching, and nothing is more fun than arguing over hypothetical trades this time of year.</p><p>Here's how this exercise went down: Each of theScore's NHL news editors (Kyle Cushman, Kayla Douglas, Josh Gold-Smith, Sean O'Leary, and Josh Wegman) submitted a trade for the other four to decide which team would say "no" to the scenario. "Both" and "good deal" were options, too.</p><p>Let's dive into the trades and analyze which aspects make sense and which don't.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><h3>Oilers land Seth Jones</h3><p><strong>Oilers receive:</strong> Seth Jones ($1.5M retained)<br><strong>Blackhawks receive: </strong>Jeff Skinner, Matt Savoie, 2025 2nd-round pick (via Blues)</p><p><em>Submitted by: Wegman</em></p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
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</table></div></figure><p><strong>Why it could work: </strong>Oilers general manager Stan Bowman clearly covets Jones. During Bowman's tenure in Chicago, he traded for Jones and signed him to an eight-year, $76-million extension. Edmonton's biggest hole is a second-pair defender for the right side. Jones would give the Oilers a formidable top four along with Mattias Ekholm, Evan Bouchard, and Darnell Nurse.</p><p>Jones, 30, will likely be past his prime by the time the Blackhawks are competitive again. Trading him now, while he's in the midst of a good year, could be a wise move in case his play craters in a couple of years and he becomes untradable because of the big contract. Savoie, the No. 9 pick by Buffalo in 2022, is Edmonton's top prospect. He could be one of Connor Bedard's running mates for years to come.</p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765799/cropped_GettyImages-2192681640.jpg?ts=1737070492" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765799/w220xh124_GettyImages-2192681640.jpg?ts=1737070492 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765799/w320xh180_GettyImages-2192681640.jpg?ts=1737070492 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765799/w640xh360_GettyImages-2192681640.jpg?ts=1737070492 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765799/w768xh432_GettyImages-2192681640.jpg?ts=1737070492 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765799/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2192681640.jpg?ts=1737070492 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Michael Reaves / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p><strong>Why it might not: </strong>It just might not be enough value for a defenseman who's capable of logging 25 minutes per night. While Savoie carries plenty of upside, there's no guarantee he becomes an NHL star because of his 5-foot-9, 180-pound frame. His numbers in the AHL this season are good, but not great.</p><p>Chicago might also be hesitant to retain $1.5 million annually on Jones' contract, considering he's on the books for five additional years. But without the salary retainment, Edmonton can't afford Jones this season.</p><h3>Boeser heads home</h3><p><strong>Wild receive:</strong> Brock Boeser, Carson Soucy<br><strong>Canucks receive:</strong> Liam Ohgren, conditional 2025 2nd-round pick (becomes 2026 1st-rounder if Wild reach Western Conference Final)</p><p><em>Submitted by: O'Leary</em></p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
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<th>Editor</th>
<th>Who says no?</th>
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<tbody>
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<td>Cushman</td>
<td>Good deal 🤝</td>
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<td>Douglas</td>
<td>Good deal 🤝</td>
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<td>Gold-Smith</td>
<td>Canucks</td>
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<td>Wegman</td>
<td>Canucks</td>
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</table></div></figure><p><strong>Why it could work: </strong>Boeser is a pending unrestricted free agent. If the Canucks, who are hanging on to the last wild-card spot in the Western Conference, can't agree to an extension with the sniper, they could opt to move him or risk losing him for nothing. The Canucks are also reportedly looking to move Soucy, who has an additional year of term.</p><p>The Wild have long been tied to Boeser, a Minnesota native. The dead-cap hit from the Zach Parise/Ryan Suter buyouts drops from $14.7 million this season to $1.66 million next season. Combine that with the rising salary cap, and the Wild have money to spend. Boeser, who scored a career-high 40 goals last season, would boost Minnesota's offense significantly.</p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765967/cropped_GettyImages-2193213101.jpg?ts=1737162131" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765967/w220xh124_GettyImages-2193213101.jpg?ts=1737162131 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765967/w320xh180_GettyImages-2193213101.jpg?ts=1737162131 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765967/w640xh360_GettyImages-2193213101.jpg?ts=1737162131 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765967/w768xh432_GettyImages-2193213101.jpg?ts=1737162131 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/765967/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2193213101.jpg?ts=1737162131 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Jeff Vinnick / National Hockey League / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p><strong>Why it might not: </strong>The Canucks will likely do everything in their power to keep Boeser around - especially after trading J.T. Miller and Bo Horvat in recent years. Dealing away another offensive star would be a gut punch, and leave Elias Pettersson looking something like <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=33NlssWUbBU&amp;ab_channel=RodrigodeDeus">Will Smith at the end of "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air"</a> among the team's forwards.</p><p>Ohgren was a first-round pick in 2022, but he's managed just two goals and four assists in 23 career games. The draft pick could end up being pretty late in what's considered a weaker class. If the Canucks are going to trade away a key piece of their core such as Boeser, they'll likely want a sure thing coming back. If recent moves are any indication, the Canucks don't plan on rebuilding.</p><h3>Slumping forwards swapped</h3><p><strong>Ducks receive:</strong> Dylan Cozens<br><strong>Sabres receive:</strong> Trevor Zegras</p><p><em>Submitted by: Gold-Smith</em></p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
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<th>Editor</th>
<th>Who says no?</th>
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<td>Sabres</td>
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<td>Douglas</td>
<td>Sabres</td>
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<td>O'Leary</td>
<td>Sabres</td>
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</table></div></figure><p><strong>Why it could work: </strong>Cozens and Zegras are similar in a lot of ways. They were top-10 picks in 2019 - Cozens seventh and Zegras ninth. They enjoyed career years in 2022-23 - Cozens with 68 points and Zegras with 65. But both could use a change of scenery amid second consecutive down years. Why not swap them, one-for-one?</p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/766594/cropped_GettyImages-2187452758.jpg?ts=1737505552" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/766594/w220xh124_GettyImages-2187452758.jpg?ts=1737505552 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/766594/w320xh180_GettyImages-2187452758.jpg?ts=1737505552 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/766594/w640xh360_GettyImages-2187452758.jpg?ts=1737505552 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/766594/w768xh432_GettyImages-2187452758.jpg?ts=1737505552 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/766594/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2187452758.jpg?ts=1737505552 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Ryan Sirius Sun / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p><strong>Why it might not: </strong>Cozens is perceived to have more value around the league. Part of it is he's in the second season of a seven-year contract with a $7.1-million cap hit that might seem steep now, but it could age gracefully over time. Zegras will be a restricted free agent in 2026.</p><p>Cozens also projects as a higher-floor player. Even if he never recaptures his offensive form from two years ago, he profiles as a strong defender. That hasn't necessarily come to fruition lately, but as a good skater who's 6-foot-3, he has the physical tools to be a matchup, shutdown center.</p><p>Zegras' floor is significantly lower considering he might not even be a center. The Ducks have used him a lot on the wing in recent years because of his poor defensive abilities. That positional uncertainty drastically lowers his value.</p><h3>Kings bolster offense</h3><p><strong>Kings receive:</strong> Rickard Rakell<br><strong>Penguins receive: </strong>Trevor Moore, prospect Jack Hughes, 2025 1st-round pick</p><p><em>Submitted by: Douglas</em></p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
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<th>Editor</th>
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<td>Cushman</td>
<td>Kings</td>
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<td>Gold-Smith</td>
<td>Penguins</td>
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<td>O'Leary</td>
<td>Good deal 🤝</td>
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<td>Kings</td>
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</table></div></figure><p><strong>Why it could work: </strong>The Kings are likely headed to the playoffs for the fourth consecutive season, but their offense leaves much to be desired. If they're to get past Round 1 for the first time since winning the Stanley Cup in 2014, the offense must be improved.</p><p>With 25 goals and 23 assists in 56 games, Rakell would provide a clear upgrade offensively over Moore, who's managed only eight goals and 15 assists through 44 appearances. Both players are signed until 2028: Rakell at $5 million annually, Moore at $4.2 million.</p><p>The Penguins, meanwhile, would be happy to continue stockpiling more picks and prospects while getting an immediate replacement for Rakell - one general manager Kyle Dubas is familiar with. Dubas was assistant GM of the Toronto Maple Leafs when they signed Moore as an undrafted free agent in 2016.</p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771208/cropped_GettyImages-2195166533.jpg?ts=1739924757" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771208/w220xh124_GettyImages-2195166533.jpg?ts=1739924757 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771208/w320xh180_GettyImages-2195166533.jpg?ts=1739924757 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771208/w640xh360_GettyImages-2195166533.jpg?ts=1739924757 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771208/w768xh432_GettyImages-2195166533.jpg?ts=1739924757 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771208/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2195166533.jpg?ts=1739924757 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Ronald Martinez / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p><strong>Why it might not: </strong>The Kings could view the upgrade cost as too steep. After all, it was only a year ago that Moore had more than double the amount of goals as Rakell (31-15). They might be hesitant to sell low. Moore, a native of Thousand Oaks, California, is a local product, too, so there's some sentimental attachment.</p><p>For Pittsburgh, it has no reason to force a trade for Rakell it doesn't absolutely love considering the term on his contract. It's possible the Pens believe they could get a better offer in the summer with the cap going up and a bigger market of teams interested.</p><h3>Avalanche make another hockey deal</h3><p><strong>Utah receives:</strong> Casey Mittelstadt<br><strong>Avalanche receive:</strong> Barrett Hayton</p><p><em>Submitted by: Cushman</em></p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
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<td>Utah</td>
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<td>Gold-Smith</td>
<td>Good deal 🤝</td>
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<td>O'Leary</td>
<td>Good deal 🤝</td>
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<td>Avalanche</td>
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</table></div></figure><p><strong>Why it could work: </strong>Colorado acquired Mittelstadt from Buffalo in exchange for Bowen Byram at last year's deadline, but the marriage hasn't been perfect. Mittelstadt is having a decent year with 32 points in 57 games, but his east-west game sometimes clashes with the Avalanche's north-south style. That's reportedly made the 26-year-old available, even though he has two more years left on his contract at $5.75 million annually.</p><p>If the Avs are going to trade him, it has to be another pure hockey trade to help them remain competitive. Enter Hayton. He's tallied 29 points in 56 games this season, but he's also two years younger than Mittselstadt and cheaper at $2.65 million annually through next season. He can't be a UFA until 2027.</p><p>Utah GM Bill Armstrong has openly talked about making a splash. This is the kind of upgrade that would make sense for the club - with plenty of cap space - at this stage of their build.</p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771207/cropped_GettyImages-2199897369.jpg?ts=1739924698" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771207/w220xh124_GettyImages-2199897369.jpg?ts=1739924698 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771207/w320xh180_GettyImages-2199897369.jpg?ts=1739924698 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771207/w640xh360_GettyImages-2199897369.jpg?ts=1739924698 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771207/w768xh432_GettyImages-2199897369.jpg?ts=1739924698 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771207/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2199897369.jpg?ts=1739924698 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">G Fiume / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><p><strong>Why it might not: </strong>It's no sure thing that Hayton would be a fit in Colorado, either. His career has been rather inconsistent after being selected fifth overall in 2018, topping out at 43 points in 2022-23. Is he the type of player Colorado wants to hitch its wagon to as a second-line center behind Nathan MacKinnon? Centers are in high demand around the league. If the Avalanche trade Mittelstadt, they better be sure to hit on the return.</p><p>On the flip side, it's possible Utah would be unwilling to part with a homegrown player such as Hayton, who's solid defensive play and penalty-killing ability provide different elements than fellow center Logan Cooley. Like Cooley, Mittelstadt is a playmaking center without much defensive bite. That might be too much duplication for Utah's liking.</p>

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<p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/100" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/100">Brad Marchand</a> had some words for <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/5591" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/5591">Matthew</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/7845" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/7845">Brady Tkachuk</a> following Team Canada's 3-2 overtime victory over the United States on Thursday in the 4 Nations Face-Off final.</p><p>"The Tkachuk brothers, they play their game, they do what they do. Sometimes when you shoot your mouth off in the media, it bites you," Marchand told reporters postgame, including <a href="https://x.com/yaboiTCfresh/status/1892813162874847558">WEEI's Tom Carroll</a>. "You can do that during the season, but when you're playing best-on-best, it's different."</p><p>Matthew declared "it's our time now" following Team USA's 3-1 victory over Canada in the round-robin portion of the tournament. He also shared that the three fights in the opening 10 seconds of the game were planned in Team USA's group chat.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>"That's called me, Brady, and (J.T. Miller) in a group chat during the day," Matthew said.</p><p>Marchand indicated that certain comments gave Team Canada bulletin-board material.</p><p>"They got a little bit ahead of themselves," Marchand continued. "But they're great players. There's not many guys in the league that do what they do, and they're extremely effective. But when you start giving teams ammo, it can work against you."</p><p>Marchand also clarified earlier comments in which he said this version of Team USA is "by far" the best he's seen.</p><p>"I said it's the best team that we've ever played against. I didn't say the best team ever," Marchand said.</p><p>Marchand recorded one goal in the tournament. The 4 Nations Face-Off victory is the latest in a long line of hardware for the pesky forward, who's also won a World Cup, a World Championship, two World Junior Championships, and a Stanley Cup.</p>

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - FEBRUARY 20: Brad Marchand #63 of Team Canada celebrates with his teammates after defeating Team United States in overtime to win the NHL 4 Nations Face-Off Championship Game at TD Garden on February 20, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts.

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Team Canada is still on top.  Canada defeated the United States 3-2 in the final of the 4 Nations...

<p>Team Canada is still on top.</p><p>Canada defeated the United States 3-2 in the final of the 4 Nations Face-Off on Thursday with an <a href="https://x.com/Sportsnet/status/1892793700515799183">overtime winner</a> from <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/4560" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/4560">Connor McDavid</a> at the 8:18 mark of the extra frame.</p><p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/3002" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/3002">Nathan MacKinnon</a> was named tournament MVP. He led the tournament with four goals and opened the scoring in the championship game with a seeing-eye wrister at the 4:48 mark of the first period.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>McDavid's OT winner came on a top-corner snipe from the high slot after a pass out of the corner from <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/4718" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/4718">Mitch Marner</a>, who was promoted back to the top line midway through the title game. McDavid was named player of the game.</p><p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/2135" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/2135">Jordan Binnington</a> was brilliant in goal for Canada, making 31 saves in the winning effort despite being viewed as the team's biggest weakness. He made <a href="https://x.com/NHL/status/1892792427523592646">multiple 10-bell stops</a> in overtime, first robbing <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/5586" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/5586">Auston Matthews</a> with the blocker and then flashing the leather on <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/7845" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/7845">Brady Tkachuk</a>.</p><p>"Binner's a winner. That's ultimately what it is," McDavid said postgame. "He's won a big game in this building before in (Game 7 of the 2019 Stanley Cup Final). He's played in big moments. The moment doesn't get to him. </p><p>"He made probably three or four all-world saves early in overtime to allow us to score the goal. All the credit to him. Hopefully some of those haters will back off him because he played great."</p><p>Canadian winger <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/100" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/100">Brad Marchand</a> added that Binnington was "the sole reason we won this game tonight."</p><p>It's Canada's fourth straight win at a best-on-best international hockey tournament and sixth in the last seven attempts in such events.</p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
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<th>Winner</th>
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<td>2025 4 Nations</td>
<td>Canada 🇨🇦</td>
<td>United States 🇺🇸</td>
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<td>2016 World Cup</td>
<td>Canada 🇨🇦</td>
<td>Team Europe 🇪🇺</td>
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<td>2014 Olympics</td>
<td>Canada 🇨🇦</td>
<td>Sweden 🇸🇪</td>
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<td>Canada 🇨🇦</td>
<td>United States 🇺🇸</td>
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<td>2006 Olympics</td>
<td>Sweden 🇸🇪</td>
<td>Finland 🇫🇮</td>
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<td>2004 World Cup</td>
<td>Canada 🇨🇦</td>
<td>Finland 🇫🇮</td>
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<td>2002 Olympics</td>
<td>Canada 🇨🇦</td>
<td>United States 🇺🇸</td>
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</table></div></figure><p>"We definitely pride ourselves off of being the best hockey nation," MacKinnon said. "It's nice for another year at least, we have some bragging rights. Got to go do it again next February (at the Olympics)."</p><p>The United States hasn't won a best-on-best tournament since the 1996 World Cup.</p><p>Team USA fell behind to start the game but fought back and eventually led the contest.</p><p>Tkachuk notched the equalizer for the United States with just 3:08 left in the opening stanza. He managed to get a stick on Matthews' centering pass despite being swarmed by three Canadians.</p><p>The Ottawa Senators' contingent on the American side stayed hot, as defenseman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/9188" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/9188">Jake Sanderson</a> banged home a rebound during a scramble in front of the Canadian net to put the United States ahead 7:32 into the second.</p><p>However, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/3949" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/3949">Sam Bennett</a> beat <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/3997" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/3997">Connor Hellebuyck</a> upstairs off the rush on a sweet feed from Marner to tie the game at the 14-minute mark of the second period. </p><p>Both goaltenders held strong in a fast-paced third period, sending the game to overtime to set up McDavid's magical moment.</p>

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - FEBRUARY 20: Sidney Crosby #87 of Team Canada celebrates with his teammates after defeating Team United States in overtime to win the NHL 4 Nations Face-Off Championship Game at TD Garden on February 20, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts.

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MONTREAL, CANADA - FEBRUARY 12: Josh Morrissey #44 of Team Canada skates during the first period against Team Sweden in the 2025 NHL 4 Nations Face-Off at the Bell Centre on February 12, 2025 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Team Canada defeated Team Sweden 4-3 in overtime.

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<p><em>A thrilling finish is guaranteed when the United States plays host to its bitter rival, Canada, in the must-see 4 Nations Face-Off championship game. These storylines will shape Thursday night’s battle in Boston.</em></p><h3>Will U.S. stifle Canada's superstars?</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771061/cropped_GettyImages-2199895385.jpg?ts=1739889057" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771061/w220xh124_GettyImages-2199895385.jpg?ts=1739889057 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771061/w320xh180_GettyImages-2199895385.jpg?ts=1739889057 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771061/w640xh360_GettyImages-2199895385.jpg?ts=1739889057 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771061/w768xh432_GettyImages-2199895385.jpg?ts=1739889057 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771061/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2199895385.jpg?ts=1739889057 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Minas Panagiotakis / Getty Images</span></figcaption></figure><p>Sidney Crosby's errant pass was stolen ahead of the winning snipe when these powerhouse teams traded haymakers Saturday night in Montreal. At other times in the tournament, the captain's fantastic vision and hustle helped him record points on five of Canada's 10 goals.</p><p>Crosby and his superstar teammates exploit time and open ice, but a shortage of both doomed them in the previous meeting. U.S. defenders formed a fortress and killed plays in front of Connor Hellebuyck, the runaway Vezina Trophy favorite. Walling off the net manned by the NHL's best goalie is how the Americans erased an early deficit in a hostile environment.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Thursday's rematch could be a legacy game for Connor McDavid and Nathan MacKinnon. Crosby, a World Cup and two-time Olympic champion, can take over the final by creating shots on the move for those budding legends or complementary weapons such as Brayden Point.</p><p>Hellebuyck's allowed two goals in two starts. Both were scored in transition, including when McDavid accepted a pass with a head of steam and split the U.S. defense.</p><p>The Americans outshot opponents 88-70 in the round robin. They boast excellent skaters, including shutdown partners Jaccob Slavin and Brock Faber, and took only one obstruction minor against Canada, whose power play is 1-for-3 overall. That unit's brilliant lone goal - Crosby put a spinning backhand feed on MacKinnon's tape - showed what can happen within seconds if Canada draws penalties.</p><h3>Can Makar control the tempo?</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771057/cropped_GettyImages-2199640524.jpg?ts=1739888428" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771057/w220xh124_GettyImages-2199640524.jpg?ts=1739888428 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771057/w320xh180_GettyImages-2199640524.jpg?ts=1739888428 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771057/w640xh360_GettyImages-2199640524.jpg?ts=1739888428 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771057/w768xh432_GettyImages-2199640524.jpg?ts=1739888428 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771057/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2199640524.jpg?ts=1739888428 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Minas Panagiotakis / Getty Images</span></figcaption></figure><p>Canada is undefeated in two games with Cale Makar in the lineup and lost the lone game he missed against USA. Coincidence?</p><p>The Americans' second-biggest advantage over Canada - after goaltending - is arguably their forecheck. Brady and Matthew Tkachuk were forces to be reckoned with in the first meeting. J.T. Miller and Matt Boldy imposed their will physically, too.</p><p>The best kryptonite for an aggressive forecheck? A dynamic, puck-moving defenseman such as Makar who's equally dangerous at skating his way out of trouble or snapping a breakout pass to one of Canada's high-flying forwards. In a game with such high stakes, you can bet he'll log more than 25 minutes.</p><p>His presence slots every blue-liner more appropriately down the lineup. Devon Toews gets familiarity with his longtime partner back. Josh Morrissey and Colton Parayko can operate as the second pair again. Travis Sanheim moves back to his natural, left side on the third pair with Drew Doughty.</p><p>Canada's attack runs through Makar. He's someone the U.S. has to specifically game-plan for. He can make a game-breaking play to turn the tide in Canada's favor.</p><h3>Are the Americans too banged up?</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771060/cropped_GettyImages-2199502844.jpg?ts=1739888909" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771060/w220xh124_GettyImages-2199502844.jpg?ts=1739888909 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771060/w320xh180_GettyImages-2199502844.jpg?ts=1739888909 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771060/w640xh360_GettyImages-2199502844.jpg?ts=1739888909 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771060/w768xh432_GettyImages-2199502844.jpg?ts=1739888909 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771060/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2199502844.jpg?ts=1739888909 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Andrea Cardin / 4NFO / World Cup of Hockey / Getty Images</span></figcaption></figure><p>Auston Matthews and both Tkachuk brothers missed all or most of the round-robin finale. Center Vincent Trocheck briefly exited after blocking a pass with his hand. No team escapes injuries, but a significant chunk of Mike Sullivan's forward corps is limping into the final, and key defenseman Charlie McAvoy is already <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3220898" href="https://thescore.com/news/3220898">ruled out</a>.</p><p>Each forward plans to dress Thursday. Leading scorers Jack Eichel and Jake Guentzel, along with defenseman Zach Werenski, can spark offense without much added help. Once the puck drops, we’ll see if the lineup is visibly compromised or skating at full bore.</p><p>The Tkachuk brothers' past week was a wild ride. They menaced Finland with four goals, 13 shots on net, and 10 hits. They fought Canada's Brandon Hagel and Sam Bennett in the opening seconds to antagonize the Bell Centre crowd. They relish villainy and will inflict punishment on every shift - unless they're laboring and are forced to chase the play.</p><p>Jon Cooper's reshuffled bottom six is built to combat their impact. Anthony Cirelli's checking line hounds the puck. An abrasive Bennett-Brad Marchand-Seth Jarvis trio can bang bodies, get in Hellebuyck's grill, and potentially convert a chance.</p><h3>Will Binnington let in a softy?</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771058/cropped_GettyImages-2199640658.jpg?ts=1739888598" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771058/w220xh124_GettyImages-2199640658.jpg?ts=1739888598 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771058/w320xh180_GettyImages-2199640658.jpg?ts=1739888598 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771058/w640xh360_GettyImages-2199640658.jpg?ts=1739888598 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771058/w768xh432_GettyImages-2199640658.jpg?ts=1739888598 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/771058/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2199640658.jpg?ts=1739888598 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Minas Panagiotakis / Getty Images</span></figcaption></figure><p>It's no secret the United States' biggest strength is also Canada's biggest weakness: goaltending.</p><p>Jordan Binnington has had an up-and-down tournament. His aggressive puck handling has helped tremendously on Canada's breakouts. He's made some timely saves, too. But he's also allowed at least one soft goal every game. Adrian Kempe handcuffed him with a wrister against Sweden, Guentzel snuck one five-hole that proved to be the difference against the U.S., and Esa Lindell beat him from a sharp angle to spark Finland's near-epic comeback.</p><p>Goaltending is one of the most volatile positions in sports. Any netminder at this level is capable of outplaying any counterpart when it comes down to one game. Binnington's last winner-take-all game also came at Boston's TD Garden when he stopped 32 of 33 shots in Game 7 of the 2019 Stanley Cup Final, leading the St. Louis Blues past the Bruins.</p><p>With Hellebuyck in the opposing crease, Binnington will have to be nearly perfect. In a game that projects to be decided by inches, one soft goal allowed by Binnington will likely be the difference between being Canada's hero or scapegoat. No pressure.</p><p><em>Nick Faris and Josh Wegman cover the NHL for theScore.</em></p>

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<p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/7960" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/7960">Quinn Hughes</a> might not join Team USA in Boston, after all.</p><p>Hours after U.S. head coach Mike Sullivan <a href="https://x.com/TSN_Sports/status/1891895121647456268">said</a> Hughes was joining the team as a potential injury replacement, the defenseman practiced with the Canucks in Vancouver and was noncommittal about the whole situation.</p><p>"I really want to," Hughes <a href="https://x.com/Canucks/status/1892023629900284115">said</a> when asked if he'll head to Boston. "Obviously been really hard to watch. (I) want to play, but from what I can understand, the rules are the rules."</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>U.S. defenseman<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/5599" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/5599"> Charlie McAvoy</a> will miss Thursday's championship game against Canada - and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3220898" href="https://thescore.com/news/3220898">reportedly</a> considered week-to-week. However, the Americans still have six defenseman available and cannot add Hughes to the roster unless another blue-liner drops out.</p><p>"They still have their six D, so that changes my position a little bit," Hughes continued. "If (the NHL) had to do it over again they would allow teams to bring a couple extra players."</p><p>Whether Hughes goes to Boston remains a fluid situation, <a href="https://x.com/PierreVLeBrun/status/1892023406754681006">TSN's Pierre LeBrun</a> reported.</p><p>Hughes was initially named to Team USA but withdrew from the tournament because of injury. He missed Vancouver's last four games before the break.</p><p>"The six D that have been there - of course I want to play - but they've gotten us to the point where we're in a championship game now. Those guys also deserve to play," Hughes said. "But in saying that, it's obviously been hard for me. I'm a competitor and feel like I want to play and need to be there."</p><p>Canada was able to add <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/8659" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/8659">Thomas Harley</a> to its roster after <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/3232" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/3232">Shea Theodore</a> suffered a tournament-ending injury in the opener against Sweden and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/8539" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/8539">Cale Makar</a> was ruled out against the United States because of an illness. Makar has since returned and is available to play in the final.</p><p>"I can't play unless anyone else gets injured and I obviously don't want to see anyone get injured," Hughes said. "So that's where we're at."</p><p>Vancouver's next game is Saturday in Las Vegas.</p>

DALLAS, TEXAS - JANUARY 31: Quinn Hughes #43 of the Vancouver Canucks skates with the puck during the second period against the Dallas Stars at American Airlines Center on January 31, 2025 in Dallas, Texas.

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<p>The Boston Bruins announced Wednesday that defenseman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/5599" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/5599">Charlie McAvoy</a> underwent surgery to clean out an infection stemming from a significant injury to the AC joint in his right shoulder.</p><p>McAvoy will miss weeks as he recovers, <a href="https://www.dailyfaceoff.com/news/sources-team-usa-boston-bruins-charlie-mcavoy-is-week-to-week-after-procedure-to-clear-infection">Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli</a> reported Tuesday.</p><p>The 27-year-old had already been <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3220619" href="https://thescore.com/news/3220619">ruled out</a> of the 4 Nations Face-Off championship game earlier Tuesday with an upper-body injury after playing two contests for Team USA.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>McAvoy was injured Feb. 13 against Finland but played in the Americans' next game.</p><p>The U.S. is expected to use the following defense pairs Thursday against Canada:</p><figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - FEBRUARY 05: Charlie McAvoy #73 of the Boston Bruins skates against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden on February 5, 2025 in New York City.

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<p>Vancouver Canucks goaltender <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/5557" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/5557">Thatcher Demko</a> is week-to-week with a lower-body injury, the team announced, according to <a href="https://x.com/benkuzma/status/1891980438337458229">Postmedia's Ben Kuzma</a>.</p><p>Demko isn't expected to travel on Vancouver's five-game road trip, which begins Saturday in Vegas against the Golden Knights.</p><p>The road trip features two back-to-backs, so both <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/7694" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/7694">Kevin Lankinen</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/10508" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/10508">Arturs Silovs</a> project to see action.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Demko has been limited to just 17 appearances this season due to injury. He got off to a rough start upon returning, with a .867 save percentage in his first 12 games. He had begun rounding into form, though, posting a .955 mark in his last five contests.</p>

VANCOUVER, BC - FEBRUARY 04: Vancouver Canucks goaltender Thatcher Demko (35) watches the play during the second period of an NHL game between the Colorado Avalanche and the Vancouver Canucks on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, B.C.

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<p>Team USA forward <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/7845" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/7845">Brady Tkachuk</a> suffered an injury in the first period of his club's 2-1 loss to Sweden on Monday and didn't return.</p><p>Tkachuk went to the locker room after <a href="https://x.com/Sportsnet/status/1891663495952732619">crashing</a> into the Swedish net. The Ottawa Senators captain returned to the bench later in the first period but didn't take another shift. He didn't return for the start of the second stanza and was subsequently ruled out.</p><p>USA head coach Mike Sullivan said postgame that Tkachuk was held out "more for precautionary reasons," per <a href="https://x.com/FriedgeHNIC/status/1891702312776634576">Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman</a>. Sullivan didn't provide a further update but said he didn't think the injury would be an issue for Thursday's final versus Canada.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Tkachuk's injury was the latest of <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3220282" href="https://thescore.com/news/3220282">many</a> for the Americans. Brady's brother, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/5591" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/5591">Matthew Tkachuk</a>, missed the game with a lower-body ailment, while <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/5586" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/5586">Auston Matthews</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/5599" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/5599">Charlie McAvoy</a> didn't dress due to upper-body injuries. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/2089" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/2089">Vincent Trocheck</a> also left the game temporarily after taking a puck to the hand but later returned.</p><p>Brady has potted a pair of goals in the tournament and has notched 44 points in 56 NHL games this season.</p>

BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - FEBRUARY 17: Erik Karlsson #65 of Team Sweden trips up Brady Tkachuk #7 of Team USA during the first period in the 4 Nations Face-Off game at TD Garden on February 17, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts. Tkachuk was injured on the play.

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<p>Team USA captain <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/5586" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/5586">Auston Matthews</a> wasn't in the lineup for Monday's game against Sweden due to upper-body soreness, per <a href="https://x.com/RussoHockey/status/1891649038769885461">The Athletic's Michael Russo</a>.</p><p>Sweden's 2-1 victory had no seeding implications. Matthews is expected to suit up for the final against Canada on Thursday, Russo adds.</p><p>The Americans dressed only 17 skaters against Sweden. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/5591" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/5591">Matthew Tkachuk</a> - who was <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3219331" href="https://thescore.com/news/3219331">injured</a> Saturday against Canada - and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/5599" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/5599">Charlie McAvoy</a> were also out, along with goaltender <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/3997" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/3997">Connor Hellebuyck</a>.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/2542" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/2542">Chris Kreider</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/9188" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/9188">Jake Sanderson</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/8282" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/8282">Jake Oettinger</a> made their tournament debuts, with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/9893" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/9893">Jeremy Swayman</a> backing up.</p><p>Matthews has missed 15 games across two stints this season due to an upper-body injury.</p>

MONTREAL, CANADA - FEBRUARY 15: Auston Matthews #34 of Team USA skates during the third period against Team Canada in the 2025 NHL 4 Nations Face-Off at the Bell Centre on February 15, 2025 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Team USA defeated Team Canada 3-1.

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<p>Team Canada star <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/3002" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/3002">Nathan MacKinnon</a> is feeling confident in his side ahead of a rematch against Team USA in the 4 Nations Face-Off Final on Thursday.</p><p>"The last thing we wanted to do was go home," MacKinnon told reporters following Canada's 5-3 <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3220202" href="https://thescore.com/news/3220202">win</a> over Finland on Monday. "We'd love to play (USA) again. We feel like we can beat those guys. We plan on playing a little better Thursday."</p><p>Canada fell 3-1 to the United States in an electric matchup Saturday that featured three fights in the opening nine seconds.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>MacKinnon scored twice in Canada's victory Monday and is tied for the tournament lead with three goals.</p><p>"It's gonna be intense," Canada winger <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/100" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/100">Brad Marchand</a> <a href="https://x.com/NHLBruins/status/1891614435640283189">said</a>. "They showed what type of game they can play. They don't give up much. They're gonna be ready to compete hard on Thursday. We're the same. We're really excited about it, to have another crack at these guys."</p><p>He added: "There's no bigger rivalry in hockey than Canada-U.S. It's the matchup that everyone wanted."</p><p>Canada head coach Jon Cooper also remains confident in his team despite losing the last meeting with the Americans.</p><p>"Everybody in (our) room thinks we have a really good chance to win," Cooper responded when asked about being the underdog in the final.</p><p>The U.S. managed to beat Canada on the road in Montreal on Saturday. This time, the game will be played at TD Garden in Boston.</p><p>"The city of Boston will be treated to something special Thursday night," Cooper said.</p><p>Canada has won the last three best-on-best international hockey tournaments dating back to the 2016 World Cup, 2014 Olympics, and 2010 Olympics. USA's last best-on-best triumph came at the 1996 World Cup.</p>

MONTREAL, CANADA - FEBRUARY 15: Nathan MacKinnon #29 skates against Team Canada during the second period in the 4 Nations Face-Off game at the Bell Centre on February 15, 2025 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

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<p>Sweden pulled goaltender <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/9896" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/9896">Filip Gustavsson</a> in favor of <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/3922" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/3922">Linus Ullmark</a> following the first period of Saturday's game versus Finland.</p><p>Head coach Sam Hallam said Gustavsson was removed from the contest due to illness, according to <a href="https://x.com/PierreVLeBrun/status/1890873864369905883">TSN's Pierre LeBrun</a>.</p><p>The netminder allowed two goals on four shots in the opening stanza. First, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/9200" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/9200">Anton Lundell</a> beat him five-hole.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/G1xywIG_Dcc?si=cJ3oerl8sMpWI6DK" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></figure><p>Then, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nhl/players/4772" href="https://thescore.com/nhl/players/4772">Mikko Rantanen</a> fooled Gustavsson with a changeup to give Finland the lead entering the intermission.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/xMSFw2CpfKU?si=Bwk5Ny1LEt6XhAsU" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></figure><p>Gustavsson allowed four goals on 28 shots in Sweden's overtime loss to Canada in the tournament opener.</p><p>Finland took the contest 4-3 in overtime. </p>

MONTREAL, QUEBEC - FEBRUARY 15: Filip Gustavsson #32 of Team Sweden makes a save during the first period of the 4 Nations Face-Off game between Finland and Sweden at Bell Centre on February 15, 2025 in Montreal, Quebec.

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