Rick Tocchet modestly suggests he'll be "a fly on the wall" with Canada during the 4 Nations Face-Off, observing the finest details that he'll soon apply behind the bench of the Vancouver Canucks.

International intrigue is one of many ties that bind the long-lasting relationship between Rick Tocchet and Sidney Crosby.

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That was part of the reason that Rick Tocchet was hired as the team’s new coach, but he’ll have to do it without the elite veteran centers that Pittsburgh has rode to the past two Stanley Cups.

Following the win, Canucks coach Rick Tocchet showered high praise on Petersson’s game in the post-match interview. When talking about Pettersson going to the 4 Nations Face-Off during the post ...