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It was a hot start in Montreal for the Colorado Avalanche superstar Nathan MacKinnon scoring Canada’s first goal of the tournament. Perhaps he received some extra motivation as he got a special message from his sister ahead of puck drop on the Four Nations festivities.
Cue the water works.
Nathan MacKinnon got a special message from his sister, Sarah, leading up his #4Nations Face-Off debut. ❤️
: Canada vs. Sweden TONIGHT at 8p ET on @NHL_On_TNT, @SportsonMax, @Sportsnet, and @TVASports pic.twitter.com/QB6JaT17BG
— NHL (@NHL) February 12, 2025
Speaking of MacKinnon, enjoy a nice 10 minute video of the Odd Couple, Nate and Sid, talking with Sportsnet on their friendship, first impressions and playing together.
Those not going to the Four Nations got in some quality time during their extended break such as new Avalanche forward Martin Necas reuniting with his partner and their dog before embarking on a trip to the tropics.
Martin Nečas got to reunite with his better half Nykki and their dog Gigi! pic.twitter.com/oNl9u3WjEc
— Avs Better Halves (@AvsBetterHalves) February 9, 2025
Elsewhere, details emerged of a deal new Carolina Hurricanes forward Mikko Rantanen made with fellow Hurricanes teammate Jack Roslovic to procure his trusty #96, which involved acquiring a particular Rolex watch.
In exchange for his preferred number, Mikko Rantanen made a deal with Jack Roslovic.
A new Rolex was the agreed upon cost, but the newest Carolina Hurricane had to rely on some outside help in order to keep his word. https://t.co/IdEaAEMcGL
— Ryan Henkel (@RyanHenkel_) February 12, 2025
We have you covered with previews and recaps of all things Four Nations.