Travis Konecny's hopes to play in the 4 Nations Face-Off final faced a setback as he was replaced by Seth Jarvis for the decisive match against the United States. Coach Jon Cooper emphasized that this choice was made based on the team's needs and winning potential, despite Konecny's impressive performance throughout the season. Konecny, leading the Philadelphia Flyers in goals and points, accepted the decision gracefully, participating in practice to assist Jarvis. Meanwhile, his Flyers teammate Travis Sanheim looks to shine in the game, buoyed by the support of family and friends.

Dallas Stars defenseman Thomas Harley has been called up as a standby player for Team Canada at the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Off tournament in Boston. This opportunity arises following the injury of Shea Theodore from the Golden Knights, which has left Canada needing additional defensemen. Harley, who has been impressive this season with 29 points in 53 games, is a promising addition to the roster.

As Harley joins the Canadian squad, he will only participate in meetings or practices if another defenseman is injured. This is a critical time for him to showcase his skills on an international level as the Stars aim to build on their strong season.

Charlie McAvoy and Mike Sullivan share a unique bond that transcends hockey, as McAvoy is married to Sullivan's daughter Kiley. With the recent birth of their son, the two are now representing the United States together at the 4 Nations Face-Off. McAvoy expresses how special it is to have his father-in-law coaching him in this international tournament, while Sullivan highlights the privilege of having McAvoy in the family and on the ice.

As the tournament progresses, Canada faces a setback with Shea Theodore’s injury, leading to Travis Sanheim stepping in as the next defenceman. U.S. teammate Jack Eichel reflects on the impact of Theodore's absence, noting his significant contributions to the Vegas Golden Knights. Meanwhile, Sweden's coaching staff opts for a rest day amid a snowstorm and prepares for a crucial match against Finland.

Travis Sanheim is preparing to step into a more prominent role for Team Canada after Shea Theodore suffered an upper-body injury during the 4 Nations Face-Off. Theodore, a key defenseman for the Vegas Golden Knights, is projected to be out for a week. Sanheim expressed concern for his teammate but is eager for the opportunity to contribute in Canada’s upcoming matchup against the United States.

Coach Jon Cooper has not finalized Sanheim's pairing yet, but he praised Sanheim's physicality and skating ability, highlighting his readiness for the tournament's intensity. Theodore's absence is a significant blow to the Golden Knights as they head toward the Stanley Cup playoffs, with teammates like Jack Eichel acknowledging the impact of losing such a talented player.

Canada head coach Jon Cooper expressed confidence that the NHL will not require his team to play short-handed during the 4 Nations Face-Off following an injury to key defenceman Shea Theodore. Theodore, who played a pivotal role on the power play, will miss the remainder of the tournament due to an upper-body injury. In his absence, Travis Sanheim will step into the lineup, although tournament rules prevent the team from calling up another defenceman as long as they have 18 healthy skaters.

Currently, Canada has 19 players available, meaning they could face a situation where they are forced to dress 13 forwards and 5 defencemen if another injury occurs. Cooper hinted at potential gray areas in the rules, indicating that the team’s depth could be tested as they prepare to face the United States in their next match.