Auston Matthews is a generational goal scorer and Team USA’s best player. But he doesn’t have the experience of long playoff runs and a Stanley Cup that Matthew Tkachuk has. Yes, Matthews currently captains the Leafs. He is also in his first year doing so.

Canada and USA take the ice on Saturday night, in what is setting up to be a historic game. While there’s certainly several storylines to follow throughout the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament, one of the most entertaining to watch will be the battle between Toronto Maple Leafs teammates,

The Vancouver Canucks wrapped up their pre-4 Nations Face-Off with a 2-1 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs. Filip Hronek had a goal and an assist, while Brock Boeser scored the winner on the power play.