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Pietrangelo Bows Out of 4 Nations for NHL Focus

1/28/2025

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Alex Pietrangelo has opted out of February's 4 Nations Face-Off to prioritize the NHL season, even after playing that same day. With the tournament lacking historical weight, it feels more like a warm-up for the 2026 Olympics. Players like Marco Kasper and Anze Kopitar stress that Olympic qualification is far more crucial than this exhibition.

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Alex Pietrangelo has opted out of February's 4 Nations Face-Off to prioritize the NHL season, even after playing that same day. With the tournament lacking historical weight, it feels more like a warm-up for the 2026 Olympics. Players like Marco Kasper and Anze Kopitar stress that Olympic qualification is far more crucial than this exhibition.