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Hurricanes’ Seth Jarvis Fulfills Dream of Winning with Canada

Originally posted on The Hockey Writers | By Zach Martin | Last updated Feb 23, 2025 3:55 PM ET

Things tend to transcend sports in special moments, especially when representing your country. The NHL’s 4 Nations Face-Off was a tremendous success with over 10 million people watching the Championship game on Thursday night (Feb. 20) between the United States and Canada. The rematch for the ages between the two sides went down to the latter winning in overtime 3-2 with none other than Connor McDavid with the game-winning goal. Outside of that, there were storylines upon storylines spanning between all four teams and their players. Regarding the Carolina Hurricanes, one of the best feel-good stories was the redemption of Seth Jarvis making Team Canada and being named one of the best 23 Canadians in the NHL.

After being one of the last cuts from the 2021 World Junior Canadian roster, this meant more to Jarvis as he was now able to represent his country. After a 10-day tournament that saw highs, lows, and everything in between for him and Canada, Jarvis came out as a champion. What makes it even more special is that he did not experience this moment alone.

In Hockey, We Are All Family

A great story that came out from the Championship game on Thursday was that not only was Jarvis playing in the biggest best-on-best game of his career, but he did not experience it alone. During the broadcast, it was revealed that his buddies from Winnipeg made the trip out there to watch him play in the big showdown against the USA. However, it was not only did they just showed up, but how they had to get themselves there to support Jarvis.

After their flight was delayed, they decided to drive 30 hours to Boston to see Jarvis and Canada win the game. During the postgame partying, the guys were able to take a photo with the new champion and his gold medal. When asked about his buddies making the trip, he said, “When the room caught wind of it, the guys wanted to meet them so they got to come down. It was incredible I could experience that with all the guys I grew up with … a moment we’ll all remember”

Moments like these are what make sports amazing and poetic. How could you not fall in love with the sport when you got support like that? Over the three games Jarvis played at the 4 Nations Face-Off, he tallied one assist, eight hits, and four blocked shots. In the Championship game alone, he finished with 12:45 of time on ice (TOI), led all skaters in Corsi for percentage (72%), and had a 7-0 edge in high-danger chances when he was on the ice, three hits, and a blocked shot. Even with the limited number of TOI, Jarvis found a way to be impactful for Canada.

His lone point had him tied for 26th in the tournament and finished with an even rating. Furthermore, he averaged 11:40 of TOI in the three games and only had a single shot. Was he underused by Team Canada’s head coach Jon Cooper? Probably so. Either way, Jarvis proved why he belonged on the roster when it was fully announced. Those who watch Jarvis closely know how great the 23-year-old Winnipeg native is on the ice. In 50 games for the Hurricanes, Jarvis leads the team with 22 goals – playing in seven fewer games – and is second with 45 points, only behind Sebastian Aho (56). He has averaged 19:24 TOI, the most of his career. Furthermore, he has already set highs in shorthanded goals (three) and points (five).

He has become the Swiss Army knife that head coach Rod Brind’Amour needs on the team which is looking to clinch its seventh straight playoff appearance. After locking in an eight-year deal, Jarvis has not slowed down his productivity as the spark plug to kick start any line on the Hurricanes roster. He is on his way to becoming a superstar in the NHL, although some believe he is already there, writer included. The 4 Nations Face-Off more than showed why he is someone everyone needs to keep an eye on. Tournaments like these on the big stage put more eyes on the underrated guys who have been playing their style of game for so long and are now able to showcase it. Now Jarvis will go from being underrated and underappreciated to a household name outside of the Hurricanes’ market.

Have a moment in the sun Seth Jarvis. It was well earned.

Bounce Back Tuesday in Montreal

Despite the Hurricanes losing their first game back from the 4 Nations Face-Off 6-3 to the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday night (Feb. 22), they have a chance for redemption on Tuesday, Feb. 25. They are set to take on the Montreal Canadiens at Bell Centre for a 7 p.m. puck drop as they look to get back in the win column. While some want to panic, all is good for the 33-20-4 Hurricanes who are in a great spot when it comes to the NHL Playoffs as the second-best team in the Metropolitan Division.