Famed ‘Miracle on Ice’ captain praises Team USA ahead of 4 Nations final vs Canada: ‘Best team in the world'

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If the anticipation for the rematch between Team USA and Team Canada in the 4 Nations Face-Off wasn’t high enough, Mike Eruzione’s speech will just about do it for every supporter of the Stars and Stripes. 

The NHL teased their "4 Nations Face-Off: Unveiled" show, a behind-the-scenes look at the NHL stars playing for their countries, with the "Miracle on Ice" captain making a speech at a team dinner. 

The "Miracle on Ice" American team was the famous squad that took down the Soviet Union in the 1980 Winter Olympics to win the gold medal. Eruzione, 70, was captain of that famed team.

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Team USA forward Matthew Tkachuk (19) celebrates with Team USA forward Auston Matthews (34) his goal against Team Finland in the third period during a 4 Nations Face-Off ice hockey game at Bell Centre. (David Kirouac-Imagn Images)

While it’s unknown when the speech took place, the words Eruzione said to Team USA are simply perfect ahead of the championship game. 

"When you put that jersey on, it separates yourself," Eruzione said. "This is a big deal, and you’re going to send a message to how far we’ve come in this country and the type of players that we have."

The message was already sent in Montreal when these two teams met this past Saturday, a game where three fights broke out in nine seconds and Team USA eventually scored three unanswered goals for the 3-1 victory. 

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There was also some controversy and tension leading up to those fights once the puck dropped, as Canadian fans let out boos during the