Dylan Larkin showed off his star power after he helped Team USA beat Canada, but he deserves better than languishing with the irrelevant Red Wings.

With Larkin's goal, the Americans beat Canada 3-1 on Saturday night. But the victory will mean nothing if they don’t win on Thursday.

The players have been emotionally invested in the 4 Nations Face-Off. Sports bettors have noticed and followed suit. Money has been pouring in on the tournament.

When Dylan Larkin was named to USA’s roster for the 4 Nations Face-Off, many seemed to question the decision. Compared to those of Tage Thompson, Cole Caufield and Clayton Keller, Larkin’s numbers weren’t as explosive at the time the roster was named.

Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin scored what proved to be the game-winning goal in the second period Saturday and the United States defeated Canada 3-1 at the 4 Nations Face-Off at the Bell Centre in Montreal. The U.S. (2-0-0-0, six points) clinched a spot in the championship game Thursday in Boston (8 p.m., ESPN).

Dylan Larkin scored the go-ahead goal in the second period and the United States beat Canada 3-1 in the 4 Nations Face-Off, wrapping up a spot in the tournament’s championship game by winning a game t

Now, these players and this group—seven over and 16 under the 30-year-old cut line—went into this monumental clash with the opportunity to become the Greatest Generation of American hockey

The United States and Canadian hockey teams square off in the 4 Nations Face-Off final on Thursday. Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin represents the US.

Jordan Binnington made several strong saves to keep the game tied before McDavid connected.From NFL plays to college sports scores, all the top sports news you need to know every day. Nathan MacKinnon and Sam Bennett scored for Canada while Jake Sanderson and Brady Tkachuk scored for the USA in regulation.

MONTREAL - Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin’s second-period goal held up as the game-winner as the United States beat Canada 3-1 on Saturday in an emotional 4 Nations Face-Off clash. Jake Guentzel scored twice and Larkin also recorded an assist for the Americans in a comeback victory that featured a textbook defensive effort.

Dylan Larkin scored the go-ahead goal in the second period and the United States beat Canada 3-1 in the 4 Nations Face-Off on Saturday night, wrapping up a spot in the championship game by winning a game that started with three fights in nine seconds and was played at a blistering pace with physicality throughout.

The 4 Nations Face-Off Championship Game on Feb. 20 is setting up to be the most watched and wagered hockey event in years. Team Canada vs. Team USA odds, rosters, reactions and information you can bet on.