Golden Knights defenseman and Team USA player Noah Hanifin had a close friendship with the Gaudreau brothers. He was a teammate of Matthew’s at Boston College and skated alongside John for four seasons with the Calgary Flames. Having Guy Gaudreau around was commonplace during Hanifin’s time as Matthew’s classmate and John’s NHL teammate.

There was Guy Gaudreau, front and centre at Team USA’s practice, continuing to provide inspiration and honouring the memories of his late sons, Johnny and Matthew, ahead of the 4 Nations Face-Off. The Americans are thrilled Gaudreau is at the event.

Bill Guerin's pick to lead USA on the ice was a no-brainer: "Sully is the right guy for this job. And it’s not just because of his resume."

Guy Gaudreau, right, the father of the late Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau joins U.S.A. team players Noah Hanifin (15) and Matt Boldy (12) on the ice during 4 Nations Face-Off hockey practice in Montreal,

Somewhere, up there in the heavens, Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau will be watching and cheering when Team USA hits the ice Thursday at the inaugural 4 Nations Face-Off. “Johnny and Matthew were both a big part of USA Hockey,