Over the weekend, a bit of news dropped, as the Vegas Golden Knights announced that Alex Pietrangelo won’t be part of Team Canada’s entry at the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Off.

Veteran defenseman Alex Pietrangelo bowed out of the 4 Nations Face-Off. A proven winner, an offensive D-man, a shutdown player or a two-way blueliner could replace him.

Update: Alex Pietrangelo will be withdrawing from the 2025 4Nations Face-Off to tend to an ailment and prepare for the remainder of the regular season with Vegas. #VegasBorn With two Stanley Cups and an Olympic gold medal under his belt, Pietrangelo, 35, was one of Canada's most seasoned veterans.

Golden Knights defenseman was on Team Canada's roster for best-on-best tournament, which will be held from Feb. 12-20

Golden Knights defenseman Alex Pietrangelo has withdrawn from the 4 Nations Face-Off, the team announced Sunday.

Insider Pierre LeBrun has reported that Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Chris Tanev is being considered as a potential replacement for Alex Pietrangelo on Team Canada for the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Of

Tanev admitted on Tuesday that he's had discussions with Treliving about the tournament, but isn't focused on the possibility of playing for Canada.

After weeks of “no news is good news” regarding the 4 Nations Face-Off rosters, the dominoes (and players) have unfortunately started to fall. Goaltender

Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Alex Pietrangelo has removed himself from Team Canada's 4 Nations Face-Off roster, opening up a spot for a right-handed defender, and Seattle Kraken's Brandon Montour should be considered.