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Canucks Quinn Hughes Headed To Boston To Join Team USA At The 4 Nations Face-Off
Vancouver Canucks captain Quinn Hughes is joining Team USA ahead of the final.
It appears that Team USA will be receiving a massive boost at the 4 Nations Face-Off. On Tuesday, Mike Sullivan announced that Vancouver Canucks captain Quinn Hughes was on his way to Boston ahead of Thursday's final against Team Canada. While Hughes was originally selected to Team USA, he was forced to pull out of the tournament before it started due to injuries.
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Hughes flying to Boston is a positive for the Canucks as it indicates he is ready to return from injury. The reigning Norris Trophy winner missed the last four games with a reported oblique injury and has also missed time this season with a hand injury. Through 47 games this season, Hughes has 59 points and has been mentioned in both the Norris and Hart Trophy races.
Adding a player like Hughes is massive for Team USA. The Americans have been dealing with injuries this tournament and will be without star defender Charlie McAvoy during the final. If Hughes draws into the lineup, he is projected to play a significant role at both even strength and on the power play.
The 4 Nations Face-Off final is scheduled for Thursday at TD Garden. As many predicted, the championship game will feature Team USA battling Team Canada, adding another chapter to one of hockey's greatest rivalries. Puck drop is scheduled for 5:00 pm PT and can be viewed on Sportsnet.
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