"with a vast majority of it made up of players who took part in the NHL-run international tournament in February, when the Americans made the final before losing to Canada in overtime. I liked the way we played: Everybody was together, everybody played the right way, general manager Bill Guerin said on a video call with reporters. The biggest thing for me was the chemistry, and I think the chemistry allowed the guys to play the way that they did."
"Keller, who's captain of the Utah Mammoth and tied for their lead in scoring, wore the C at worlds. Thompson, who plays for the Buffalo Sabres, was a point-a-game producer. He's 6-foot-6 and can skate like the wind, Guerin said. He's got an incredible shot, scoring ability he's got versatility, as well. He can play center, play wing, kill penalties, he's on the power play."
USA Hockey unveiled the Milan Cortina Olympic hockey roster that closely mirrors the 4 Nations Face-Off roster, with only three new additions from that tournament: Tage Thompson, Clayton Keller and Seth Jones. Many players on the Olympic team participated in the NHL-run February event when the United States reached the final against Canada. General manager Bill Guerin emphasized team chemistry as a key factor in selection and defended roster decisions, including the omission of Adam Fox, against claims it was based on a single play. Keller and Thompson were singled out for versatility and scoring prowess.
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