Detroit Red Wings forwards Dylan Larkin and Lucas Raymond were selected to participate in the 4 Nations Faceoff, and they face one another tonight.
They're 2 of the best players on the Detroit Red Wings , and they were chosen to represent their homelands in the 4 Nations Faceoff.
Tonight, Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin and the Americans will play Lucas Raymond and the Swedes, which marks the 1st time in the careers of either player that they will be matched up against one another.
I'm very excited. It'll be a lot of fun. Obviously, we play with each other a bunch but maybe not as much against each other. I know the type of player he is. You have to be cautious with him and his speed.
Raymond, who is in his 4th year in the NHL, also clearly indicated that playing with Larkin has rubbed off on him and his own playing style.
Not only on the ice, I think everyone sees the way he battles and competes, but off the ice as well. Just being around him, and we're obviously very close friends. I see how he takes care of himself, which is impressive. His leadership skills are unreal as well.
Raymond leads the Swedes with three assists so far in the 4 Nations Faceoff, while Larkin scored the game winner against the Canadians on Saturday and added an assist for good measure.