Ahead of the 4 Nations Face-Off, Team Canada head coach Jon Cooper discussed player selections and the team's mindset. He emphasized that while there are high expectations due to representing Canada, the players are focused and confident rather than feeling pressure. Cooper expressed excitement about working with the group, highlighting Jordan Binnington's selection as the starting goalie and the anticipated Sidney Crosby-Nathan MacKinnon line, which includes Mark Stone. The team aims to perform well and enjoy the experience of competing at an elite level.
I think the group has been pretty focused on the task at hand... With the group we have, I am excited to be around the group to see what we can do.
There are expectations of being a Canadian, wearing the flag, representing this country, how proud we are, and what we are doing. You can't wear it as a burden.
He didn't say, 'Are you sure?' Naturally, he was really excited. He is a confident kid. He wants to be in that spot.
This decision wasn't made months ago. A lot was going on with this decision. This kid has played in some big moments and in some big games.
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