Team USA’s John LeClair (C) celebrates his first period goal against Canada with teammates Mike Modano (R), Chris Chelios (L) and Pat LaFontaine during game two of the World Cup of Hockey finals in Montreal, September 12, 1996.

Thursday night will feature the final of the 4 Nations Face-Off between Canada and the United States. The United States clinched its spot in Thursday's title game after defeating Canada in regulation last Saturday before Canada booked its spot for a rematch after defeating Finland on

The result was the culmination of a midseason tournament that featured stars from Canada, Finland, Sweden and the United States — and a surprisingly political atmosphere.