Less than an hour after the United States lost to Canada in overtime of the 4 Nations Face-Off championship game, Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin was asked about the growth of American hockey and what lies ahead.
"You know what I think it does? I think we've had a tough time with USA Hockey getting guys to play in the World Championships," said Larkin, a five-time World Championships participant. "I think guys are at home watching this and I hope they are wanting a piece of this.
"They gotta go to the World Championships and prove themselves and play for their country.