The Hockey News - “That Was One of the Best Experiences of my Life": Larkin Nets Winner as USA Tops Canada At a one of a kind tournament, USA gets a one of a kind win over Canada with Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin playing the hero

Larkin and Raymond were already stars in Detroit, but their play at the 4 Nations Face-Off showcased them to an even wider audience.

“That was one of the best experiences of my life,” Larkin told media at the Bell Centre. “Just an unbelievable hockey game.” Larkin snapped a 1-1 tie at 13:33 of the second period, burying a shot past Jordan Binnington on a two-on-one break. Larkin set up Jake Guentzel for an empty-net goal with 1:19 remaining.

Team USA's Dylan Larkin put his NHL side, the Detroit Red Wings on notice with a sincere confession ahead of the 4 Nations Final against Canada.

Larkin (Team USA) and Raymond (Sweden) are the only two Wings competing in the inaugural 4 Nations Face-Off beginning Wednesday in Montreal.

United States' Dylan Larkin (21) celebrates his goal against Canada during second period 4 Nations Face-Off hockey action in Montreal on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025. (Christinne Muschi/The Canadian Press via AP)

Detroit Red Wing fans have become well-accustomed to seeing Dylan Larkin and Lucas Raymond do their thing on a nightly basis. Larkin, the Red Wings’ captain and longest-tenured player, is the team’s top center and is on pace to record his fourth-straight 30-goal season.