Former President Donald Trump gave the U.S. Hockey Team a motivational call before their crucial 4 Nations Face-Off Final against Canada. Trump shared a video of the exchange on X, offering his unique brand of encouragement.
Expressing his admiration for hockey and its players, Trump praised the team's talent and skill, urging them to "go out and have a good time" without pressure. The players reacted with smiles and chuckles to his words. He concluded by expressing his confidence in their victory and patriotic support.
The game held significant weight due to on-ice intensity between the teams and recent political friction between the two nations. Earlier in the tournament, Canadian fans booed the U.S. national anthem, following Trump's tariff threats and suggestion that Canada become the 51st state.
A previous game had erupted in multiple fights within seconds of the opening face-off, highlighting the heated rivalry. 
Bill Guerin, general manager of the U.S. team, attributed the escalating tensions to the historic rivalry, political climate, and players using the situation as motivation. While Guerin invited Trump to attend the game in Boston, the former president couldn't be there in person. However, several U.S. players expressed gratitude for Trump's call prior to the match.
