The NHL 4 Nations Face-Off tournament has revealed its rosters, showcasing notable omissions from Canada, the United States, Sweden, and Finland. Among the surprising exclusions is Connor Bedard of the Chicago Blackhawks, who despite winning the Calder Trophy, struggled in his second season.

Other significant absences include Evan Bouchard from the Edmonton Oilers, Cole Caufield of the Montreal Canadiens, and Zach Hyman, also from the Oilers. The U.S. team notably left out Tage Thompson of the Buffalo Sabres, opting for other forwards instead.