In the end, it was less of an escape than Team USA putting its foot down in a 6-1 victory to open its 4 Nations Face-Off, boosted by a dominant third period from both Tkachuk brothers, Brady and ...

Prior to this game, Team USA had already advanced to the championship on Thursday, where they will face Canada in a rematch of Saturday's game that began with three fights in the opening nine seconds.

Editor's note: Follow USA vs. Canada live updates from the 4 Nations Face-Off hockey final. The USA and Canada will play for the championship of the 4 Nations Face-Off on Thursday night in Boston.