Dylan Larkin also said that he hopes that American players who weren’t included in the 4 Nations Face-Off roster are eager to be part of the program long-term.
“We’ve had a tough time with USA Hockey getting guys to play in the World Championships. Guys who are at home watching this, I hope they’re wanting a piece of it. They’ve got to go to the World Championships and prove themselves and play for their country. We’ve got to start winning that tournament.
“And I think that’s where, you know, Canada, those guys go and they play,” he added. “And that’s where it starts. Pride for your country. Pride for the flag. Putting that crest on and going out for a game is just an unbelievable feeling. This grew the game really well, but I hope it pushes guys to want a piece of this.”
Players often skip the annual World Championship tournament as it takes place during the early round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
