McDavid Embraces Another High-Stakes Moment

Connor McDavid vs. Auston Matthews and the stakes of a 4 Nations final that will be part of a legacy
In many ways, the poster children for the return of best-on-best hockey have long been Connor McDavid and Auston Matthews. The No. 1 picks from the 2015 and 2016 NHL drafts, respectively, McDavid and Matthews were teased with a version of it as teammates on the made-up Team North America youth squad at the 2016 World Cup of Hockey.
4 Nations Face-Off Final: McDavid Embraces Another High-Stakes Moment
For Connor McDavid, the 4 Nations Face-Off championship game against Team USA is more than just another marquee matchup—it’s a bit of a mulligan and preparation for this year’s Stanley Cup Final while showcasing himself on an international stage.
Connor McDavid leaning on recent must-win experience ahead of 4 Nation final
Just hours before the 4 Nations Face-Off final between Team Canada and Team USA, Canada forward Connor McDavid spoke with reporters about Thursday’s championship game, the level of competition he’s seen and finally having the opportunity to compete against the best players in the world on the international stage.
McDavid back on big stage with Canada at 4 Nations Face-Off final against United States
On Monday, with Canada looking to guarantee a spot in the tournament final with a victory against Finland, it was McDavid again who opened the scoring en route to a 5-3 victory. When it was time to set the tone of the game, the Edmonton Oilers star did exactly that.
Canada advances to face U.S. in final at 4 Nations Face-Off after holding off Finland
Connor McDavid and Nathan MacKinnon scored 46 seconds apart in the first period, and Canada held on late to beat Finland 5-3 on Monday afternoon to set up a mouth-watering title game later this week against the United States in Boston.
4 Nations Face-Off: Who has the edge between the U.S. and Canada in Thursday’s final?
Can the U.S. claim international hockey supremacy over incumbent Canada or will its northern neighbors punch back in the rematch? Let's go to the tale of the tape.
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Connor McDavid reflects on Stanley Cup Game 7 before Team Canada vs USA game
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Why the most skilled hockey players in the world will play a conservative 4 Nations final
Connor McDavid, Auston Matthews and Nathan MacKinnon will be playing a committed defensive game in the 4 Nations final.
Connor McDavid can etch name in Canada lore as USA 4 Nations showdown looms
Sam Bennett has known Connor McDavid since they were little kids, playing minor hockey as linemates before the age of 10.
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Insider ditches Sidney Crosby, Nathan MacKinnon to name $100,000,000 superstar as one under most pressure at 4 Nations final
Several members of Team Canada, including Sidney Crosby and Nathan MacKinnon, are under a lot of pressure to win on Thursday.
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4 Nations is an international 'coming out party' for Connor McDavid, finally playing for Canada
MONTREAL (AP) — Connor McDavid is in his ... has eluded him along with winning the Stanley Cup. Fresh off carrying the Edmonton Oilers to Game 7 of the final before falling short, this ...
USA vs. Canada: The star NHL players who will decide the 4 Nations Face-Off final
NHL stars will be out in full force on Thursday night during the thrilling conclusion to the 4 Nations Face-Off, featuring a ...