Now, nearly 16 months later and in the wake of 4 Nations, the question is whether he is an automatic to be one of eight defensemen selected for the 2026 United States Olympic Team.
Kreider was one of six Rangers to play in the 4 Nations Face-Off and one of four to play for Team U.S.A. He appeared in the last two games of the tournament and scored a goal in the U.S.’ loss to Sweden. But it’s been a difficult season for him with the Rangers.
The 4 Nations Face-Off has shown the world that the USA is catching up to Canada in terms of hockey talent. Team USA defeated Team Canada 3-1 on Saturday night en route to punching their ticket to the 4 Nations Face-Off championship game. The Americans played with a physicality and intensity that we just didn’t see from the Canadiens.
From the rinks of Long Island to the world's biggest stage playing for Team USA, childhood teammates turned Pro-Hockey superstars Adam Fox and Charlie McAvoy take a trip down memory lane from inside the 2025 All-Electric Cadillac Escalade IQ.
Adam Fox will likely play a critical role for Team USA at the 4 Nations Face-Off. Fox has been paired alongside Jaccob Slavin at team USA’s practice. The New York Rangers and Carolina Hurricanes are division rivals so it’s strange to see these two playing alongside each other,
Team USA is set to take on Team Canada in the 4 Nations Face-Off Championship Game on Thursday night. If the finals are anything like the first game between the Americans and Canadians, beware for a physical and highly entertaining night.