The symbolism was unmistakable when Connor McDavid delivered the moment that kept Team Canada atop the podium to cap the NHL’s reintroduction to top-tier international competition at the 4 Nations Face-Off. Same countries. Same score. Another once-in-a-generation player delivering the dagger.

Connor McDavid's OT winner lifted Canada to a 3-2 win over Team USA at the 4 Nations Face-Off championship game in Boston.

Connor McDavid and his wife, Lauren McDavid, shared a sweet moment after he scored the game-winning goal in overtime of Canada’s 3-2 win against the U.S. in the 4 Nations Face-Off final Thursday. The couple hugged while celebrating at TD Garden in Boston, as seen in a snapshot posted to Lauren’s Instagram Story.