Jon Cooper

Hedman left the ice – injury status unclear

Viewing Success: "Nothing has done more for hockey"

When the world's best players represented their national teams for the first time since 2016, the ice hockey audience sat in front of the TV. More than every sixth Canadian watched the final match in Four Nations, reports The Athletic.

Misses the Rest of the Tournament: "Heartbreaking"

Barely seven minutes. That's all the playing time Canada's defenseman Shea Theodore got in the Four Nations. He injured himself in the premiere against Sweden and will miss the rest of the star tournament. It's heartbreaking, says Canada's coach Jon Cooper.

Swedish goalie battle in the match when Tampa won

Two Swedish goalkeepers faced each other when Chicago took on Tampa Bay at home. Despite a strong performance by Chicago's Arvid Söderblom, who made 36 saves, Tampa Bay won with Jonas Johansson in goal by pushing in a puck in overtime.

Hedman celebrates Christmas - in the pool: "Not very Swedish"

As a newly appointed team captain, Victor Hedman is on his way to a fantastic season in the NHL. In Four Nations, he can get the same role. It has been very special, says the Tampa Bay star who is celebrating Christmas - in the pool.

Brother duos selected for the USA's team

It will be a family atmosphere in the USA's Four Nations team. Two pairs of brothers were included when the team was presented during the night to Thursday. Canada also presented its team. I was very surprised, says forward Travis Konecny.