NHL Exec Urges Canadians Not To Boo US National Anthem In Rivalry Game Ahead of Schedule

A National Hockey League executive has expressed concern that Canadian fans may boo the US national anthem ahead of a rivalry game between the two countries, hoping to avoid an 'unfortunate situation'. The USA-Canada rivalry on the ice has taken on a politicized tone in recent times. The two teams will face off in Montreal for the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament on Saturday night. This could be the first time that Canada and the US have played each other competitively since the COVID-19 pandemic.