President Trump called Team USA before 4 Nations final vs. Canada NBC New York [Video]

BOSTON — Players and coaches for the United States men’s hockey team have been receiving lots of calls and texts with well wishes and messages of good luck ahead of Thursday night’s much-anticipated 4 Nations Face-Off championship game against Canada on Thursday night.

And that included a message from United States President Donald Trump.

President Trump spoke to Team USA via phone before Thursday’s morning skate at TD Garden.

“It was a distinct honor. Politics aside, when the President of the United States takes the time to speak to our players, it’s an incredible honor,” Team USA head coach Mike Sullivan said at a press conference after Thursday’s morning skate.

“I think it’s an indication, once again, (of) the impact this tournament has had on people in the United States. People are paying attention. I think that’s a credit to all the players who have been involved, their commitment to excellence, and how competitive these games have been.

“But it was …