7:15 p.m. ET
We are about an hour from the start of what promises to be an epic game here in Montreal. Canada has ruled international hockey pretty much since after the 1996 World Cup, which the U.S. won. But the U.S. thinks this year will be different, with perhaps the most talented roster in America’s history. But Canada believes it still rules the roost and is out to prove it.
On any other night and any other venue this would be an epic battle, but we are in Montreal where the fans booed the U.S. players during their game against Finland on Thursday, especially Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews.
So expect plenty of vitriol tonight, and you know what, the U.S. players thrive on it.
And this game is huge for the 4 Nations standings as well. If the U.S. can win in regulation tonight, it will advance to the 4 Nations final Thursday in Boston. In fact, the U.S. is the only team that can advance tonight, meaning all four teams will arrive in Boston with something to play for.
All eyes are on Cale Makar and if he will play tonight. He missed practice yesterday due to an illness and is a game-time decision tonight. If I were a betting man, I’d say he’s playing, but we shall see.
I’ll be back during warmups.
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