Quinn Hughes is on his way to Boston to join his American teammates and insider Elliotte Friedman explained why if it were up to him, he would allow him to play. Elliotte Friedman believes <a href='https://www.sportsnet.ca/nhl/article/let-them-play-hughes-harley-should-be-eligible-for-4-nations-final/' class='lien_marqueur' target='_blank' rel='noopener'>every player should be allowed to play</a> during the 4 Nations final. <div align='center' class='pl20 pr20'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/friedgehnic/status/1891939299131584585'> </a></blockquote></div> The intention of the rule had been obvious: roster pickups when needed. A solid idea on paper. Practically, this tournament's competitiveness has made this rule impossible. This isn't a glamorous presentation, this is a vicious struggle for domination of the game of hockey. The burden on players can't be underestimated, and the full range of injuries can be approximated. Quinn Hughes was initially on Team USA's roster but was sidelined due to an injury, not of his choosing. If he can be available, <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'>there should be nothing against him being able to suit up</a>, per Friedman. <div align='center' class='pl20 pr20'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/TSN_Sports/status/1891897048980492360'> </a></blockquote></div> Head coach Mike Sullivan wants Auston Matthews ready, and likewise, the Tkachuks. The status of Vincent Trocheck remains <a href='https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/new-york-rangers/latest-news/vincent-trocheck-is-alright-following-injury-scare-at-4-nations-face-off' class='lien_marqueur' target='_blank' rel='noopener'>uncertain after his hand injury against Sweden</a>, and if the U.S. has to mix up its lines, Hughes has to be allowed in the mix. The same can be said of Canada. If Thomas Harley can forgo his holiday and report for duty, why can't he be allowed to participate? That's what being on a national team means, placing individual plans on hold for your country. <div align='center' class='pl20 pr20'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/DarrenDreger/status/1891901566443040946'> </a></blockquote></div> <h3>Friedman says the best players want to beat the best</h3> How can such a commitment be sanctioned? Most players' perception is to win and beat the best competitor. Injuries may not be avoidable, but at the end of the day, Friedman believes the best want to beat the best, without having an asterisk. So in that case, everyone should be able to play. Roster rules were changed in the middle of a tournament earlier, and this isn't unchartered territory. The two nations would be aided, with plenty of preparation time. This event has been such a huge success. Let's then make the culmination of best-on-best hockey, per Friedman.