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Jaccob Slavin made some ridiculous defensive plays against Canada

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports | By Larry Brown | Last updated Feb 20, 2025 11:32 PM ET

Jaccob Slavin made some ridiculous defensive plays during the championship game of the 4 Nations Face-Off between the US and Canada on Thursday night at TD Garden in Boston, Mass.

Slavin was credited with two blocked shots on defense during regulation. His first great play occurred when he reached his stick behind him to clear a puck in front of the net before Sidney Crosby had a chance to put in a rebound for a goal.

Jacob Slavin with a HUGE defensive play to stop Crosby on the doorstep!

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— Spittin' Chiclets (@spittinchiclets) February 21, 2025

That helped the US preserve its 2-1 lead, though Canada later tied things in the second period on a goal by Sam Bennett.

Then in the third period, Slavin dove down to the ice and was able to use his legs to block a wrist shot attempt from Seth Jarvis.

Jacob Slavin is putting on a national defense clinic @spittinchiclets

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— Barstool Sports (@barstoolsports) February 21, 2025

Slavin was a fourth-round pick by the Carolina Hurricanes in 2012 and is playing in his 10th season. He is a two-time Lady Byng winner, but has never finished higher than fifth in Norris Trophy voting.

Canada went on to win it in overtime.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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