The Daily: Can Raymond Brag?; Quinn Hughes Joins USA

Lucas Raymond won bragging rights over linemate Dylan Larkin, although Raymond would rather be in Larkin’s position

The Swedes beat Larkin’s Team USA 2-1 Monday. However, it will be Larkin playing in the 4 Nations Face-off championship game for USA, while Raymond is resuming workouts with the Detroit Red Wings.

USA plays Canada Thursday night (8 p.m., ESPN).

Neither Larkin (16:27 of playing time), nor Raymond (18:37), figured in the scoring Monday. Raymond had no shots on goal and was minus-1 in the game, while Larkin posted two shots and two hits. He was even.

The big news Tuesday for the Americans in preparation for the title game is defenseman Charlie McAvoy cannot play Thursday because of an injury. Former University of Michigan player and current Vancouver star Quinn Hughes will replace him. He was originally picked to play in the tournament, but couldn’t because he was injured. He’s ready now.

Red Wings In Case You Missed It

Bob Duff looks at one Detroit  trade rumor that makes a little bit of sense. Maybe.

Prospect Emmitt Finnie is piling up points in the WHL.  He might be able to help Grand Rapids later in the season.

Henrik Zetterberg is enjoying life after hockey. He has no urge to get back in the sport.

Red Wings Extra

Coach Todd McLellan’s team resumed practice today in preparation for Saturday’s matinee game against the Minnesota Wild (12:30 p.m. , ABC). The game is already sold out.  The Wild have won five of their last seven.

Hockey Now Network

Boston: Defenseman Charlie McAvoy has been hospitalized because of an upper body injury that will keep him out of Thursday’s 4 Nations Face-off championship game. The Bruins said they will provide an update when more is known about his status moving forward. Boston Bruins. 

Colorado: Aarif Deen looks at how aggressive the Avalanche should be before the March 7 NHL trade deadline. Colorado Avalanche. 

New Jersey: Nick Natale writes about three Devils need to step for the team down the stretch. New Jersey Devils. 

Pittsburgh: As expected, goalie Tristan Jarry is back in the AHL and Joel Blomqvist is back on Pittsburgh’s roster. Pittsburgh Penguins.