A fast-moving Mikael Granlund gave Henri Jokiharju a slot-line pass that forced Connor Hellebuyck to move from right to left. But Hellebuyck had plenty of time to shuffle across his crease, set his feet and get square to Jokiharju.

The 4 Nations Face-Off continued on Thursday evening as the United States romped over Finland in their first game of the round-robin tournament. Following a slow start, the Americans exploded with a four-goal third period en route to a dominant 6-1 win.

Team U.S.A. cruised to a 6-1 victory over Finland in their inaugural 4 Nations Face-Off game on Thursday night. Wild stars Brock Faber and Matt Boldy connected in the second period, giving the U.S. its first lead of the game.