Team USA's Lineup Uncertain for Tonight as Illness and Injuries Spread Through the Locker Room
We have a last-minute announcement from Team USA head coach Mike Sullivan just hours before the highly anticipated final against Team Canada.
We know that some American players are dealing with discomfort or are not at 100%, and that's exactly what Sullivan just confirmed.
He was unable to provide his official lineup for tonight's game simply because he does not yet have the final answer.
"We have a few uncertain cases for tonight, but apart from Charlie (McAvoy), everyone is available."
- Mike Sullivan
Tage Thompson and Brett Pesce are here, but they will clearly not be used.
- Via journalist Anthony Marcotte, BPM Sports
- Mike Sullivan
Tage Thompson and Brett Pesce are here, but they will clearly not be used.
- Via journalist Anthony Marcotte, BPM Sports
"Mike Sullivan, the head coach of the American team, stated that all players, except for McAvoy, are available tonight.
A decision still needs to be made regarding the final roster for tonight."
- Pierre LeBrun, TSN and The Athletic
A decision still needs to be made regarding the final roster for tonight."
- Pierre LeBrun, TSN and The Athletic
A lineup yet to be confirmed for Team USA: Brady Tkachuk was on the ice this morning, but he must wait for his final confirmation for tonight
There were reports of illness and a knee injury for the younger Tkachuk, who was indeed present this morning.
It was his first time back on the ice since his injury on Monday night:
"Brady Tkachuk is on the ice for Team USA's morning skate after missing yesterday's practice.
This is a good sign that he is ready to compete for the Four Nations Championship."
- Chris Johnston, Sportsnet
This is a good sign that he is ready to compete for the Four Nations Championship."
- Chris Johnston, Sportsnet
As for Kyle Connor, his participation in tonight's final remains uncertain. Stay tuned, as Chris Kreider could take his spot instead.
This is a developing story in the coming hours/minutes.
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