Earlier today reports came flooding in that Quinn Hughes had been added to Team USA's roster for the 4 Nations Face-Off and now he has finally spoken. After being ravaged by injuries over the last couple of games, <a href='https://www.hockeylatest.com/nhl/news/quinn-hughes-is-heading-to-boston-to-join-the-usa-prior-to-final-game-against-canada' class='lien_marqueur' target='_blank' rel='noopener'>Team USA made the decision to add Quinn Hughes to their roster.</a> Hughes was added to the roster but still potentially might not play as he is considered an injury replacement extra meaning one more Team USA defenseman would need to be out for him to step in Regardless news had spread that Hughes was traveling to Boston to be with Team USA and potentially prepare to play. This was thrown out the window however after Elliotte Friedman reported Hughes was still with the Canucks and would remain in Vancouver unless there was a legitimate chance he would be in the lineup. <div align='center' class='pl20 pr20'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/friedgehnic/status/1891976254678560941'> </a></blockquote></div> Now just a couple of hours later Hughes himself has spoken to the media and discussed his plans and the potential of him suiting up in the 4 Nations Face-Off finals. <h3>Quinn Hughes Speaks Out About Playing At The 4 Nations Face-Off</h3> According to a report from Thomas Drance of The Athletic Hughes is still in a waiting period much like Friedman said. Hughes admits that he hopes to fly to Boston to play for Team USA but will wait to see if one of their six defensemen goes down before making the trip. <div align='center' class='pl20 pr20'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/ThomasDrance/status/1891996099944091829'> </a></blockquote></div> Overall this makes sense as Hughes would not be able to even practice with Team USA unless one more player went out. Staying in Vancouver allows him to skate, practice with other NHLers, and stay ready if and when Team USA calls him in to play. At the moment it seems unlikely that Hughes will end up playing for Team USA but it would be a major boost to their lineup if he finds his way into the game. Either way, Thursday night will be yet another amazing night for hockey as Canada and the USA renew their rivalry and look to become the first 4 Nations Face-Off champions. As more reports become available regarding Hughes' status for the 4 Nations Face-Off finals we will pass that news along to you.