New Jersey Devils forward Jesper Bratt recently expressed high praise for Toronto Maple Leafs’ William Nylander as they prepare for the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Off. Bratt highlighted Nylander’s dynamic playing style, noting, “He’s an amazing player, so dynamic.

He reminds me a lot of [Jack Hughes] with his skating, shot, shiftiness, and puck control.” Bratt also mentioned the possibility of playing alongside Nylander on Sweden’s top line during the tournament, stating it “would be really special.”

The 4 Nations Face-Off, scheduled from February 12-20, 2025, in Montreal and Boston, will feature teams from Sweden, Canada, the United States, and Finland. Team Sweden boasts a strong roster, including forwards like Bratt, Nylander, Filip Forsberg, and Elias Pettersson, as well as defensemen such as Victor Hedman and Erik Karlsson.

Bratt and Nylander have a history of training together during off-seasons in Sweden, often participating in scrimmages where they usually play against each other. Bratt’s admiration for Nylander’s skills underscores the mutual respect between the two players as they look forward to potentially joining forces on the international stage.

The 4 Nations Face-Off will replace the traditional NHL All-Star game for the 2025 season and serves as a precursor to the 2026 Winter Olympics. Fans are eager to see how the collaboration between Bratt and Nylander will enhance Team Sweden’s performance in this highly anticipated tournament.