Nathan MacKinnon shined with two goals while Sidney Crosby and Connor McDavid provided key contributions with a goal and an assist each, leading Canada to a 5-3 victory over Finland. The win secured a rematch against the United States in the finals of the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament. Canada jumped to an early 4-0 lead, thanks also to Brayden Point’s goal and Sam Reinhart’s three assists, putting Finland on the defensive. Despite a late surge from Finland, Canada managed to hold off the efforts and clinch a spot in the final.

In a contest filled with international rivalry, Canada's early offensive barrage demonstrated their prowess, with MacKinnon and McDavid making significant impacts. Goaltender Jordan Binnington made critical saves, allowing Canada to withstand a late-game comeback attempt from Finland, who scored two late goals but fell short. As the tournament marks the NHL's return to international play post-2018 and 2022 Olympics, anticipation builds for the rematch against the U.S.