Connor McDavid scored the game-winning goal in overtime for Canada, lifting them to a 3-2 victory over Team USA in the 4 Nations Face-Off Championship Game.
Jordan Binnington made several strong saves to keep the game tied before McDavid connected.From NFL plays to college sports scores, all the top sports news you need to know every day. Nathan MacKinnon and Sam Bennett scored for Canada while Jake Sanderson and Brady Tkachuk scored for the USA in regulation.
The 31-year-old netminder was rested for the last round-robin game while Jake Oettinger took the loss versus Sweden. Hellebuyck has allowed two goals on 47 shots in the tournament, and a similar performance would likely be enough for Team USA to come away with the win.
Canada beat the United States 3-2 in the 4 Nations Face-Off behind star performances from McDavid and goalie Binnington.
The Boston Bruins say defenseman Charlie McAvoy won’t be able to play for the United States in the championship game of the 4 Nations Face-Off on his home ice because of an undisclosed upper-body injury.
The Avalanche superstar and reigning Hart Trophy winner was named MVP of the tournament after scoring four goals in four games for Canada. He got the scoring started in the championship game, carrying the puck up high and sending a screened shot past Hellebuyck to give Canada the early lead.