Team Finland has named its leadership group for the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Off, with Sebastian Aho and Mikko Rantanen serving as alternate captains under Aleksander Barkov's captaincy. Both players have demonstrated their prowess at the NHL level, with Aho currently maintaining a point-per-game average, and Rantanen enjoying a prolific scoring season. Rantanen expressed enthusiasm about representing his country and taking on a leadership role, reflecting on the honor of joining Finland's historic players. The tournament, set for February 12-20, features matches against Sweden, Canada, and the US.
"It's a big honor," Rantanen said. "First of all, making the team. Growing up, you remember watching the Olympics and all the Finnish great players who played back then..."
Aho, 27, is currently a point-per-game producer for the Hurricanes with 17 goals and 51 points in 51 games.
The 4 Nations Face-Off will take place from Feb. 12-20 as Finland faces off against Sweden, Canada and the US.
Finland will be captained by Aleksander Barkov of the Florida Panthers and Mikael Granlund of the San Jose Sharks will also serve as an alternate captain.
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