NHL Players from 4 Nations Compete in Face-Off Tournament at Bell Centre

The excitement is building as the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament is set to take place in Montreal next February. The NHL and the NHLPA have announced that the Bell Centre and TD Garden in Boston will be the venues for this thrilling event, which will feature NHL players representing Canada, Finland, Sweden, and the United States.

The tournament will consist of seven games played over a nine-day period from Feb. 12-20. Each team will play three games in a round-robin format, with points awarded for wins in regulation time, overtime, or a shootout. The two teams with the best record after the round-robin will then face off in a one-game final on Feb. 20 in Boston.

The first six players from each team are expected to be announced on June 28, adding to the anticipation surrounding the tournament. France Margaret Bélanger, the president of sports and entertainment with Groupe CH, expressed her excitement about hosting the event at the Bell Centre, stating, “It’s a privilege for us to host some of the best players in the world right here in Montreal.”

The action kicks off on Wednesday, Feb. 12, with a game between Canada and Sweden at the Bell Centre at 8 p.m. Three more games will be held at the Bell Centre before the tournament moves to Boston, including the United States vs. Finland on Thursday, Feb. 13, and a double-header on Saturday, Feb. 15.

The 4 Nations Face-Off will replace the NHL’s annual All-Star Game for 2025, making it a must-see event for hockey fans. With top players from four powerhouse hockey nations competing for glory, the tournament promises to be a thrilling showcase of skill and talent.

Don’t miss out on the action as the best of the best face off in Montreal and Boston next February. Stay tuned for more updates and get ready to witness history in the making at the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament.