Logan Thompson Speaks Out: "Team Canada Never Reached Out" After Surprising Roster Omission

In a stunning turn of events, Canadian goaltender Logan Thompson, who is having a standout season in the NHL, has expressed his shock and disappointment over not being contacted by Hockey Canada regarding the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Off tournament. Despite his stellar performance this season, Thompson was not selected among the nation's trio of goaltending options who are set to represent Canada in the international competition.

Logan Thompson, currently playing for the Washington Capitals, has showcased his skills on the ice, solidifying his status as arguably the best Canadian goaltender this season. In a recent game against the Montreal Canadiens, Thompson delivered an impressive performance, earning his 11th win of the season and making four critical breakaway stops in the third period alone, which played a significant role in the Capitals' 4-2 comeback victory.

When questioned about whether his omission from the Team Canada roster motivated his strong game, Thompson maintained a calm demeanor and revealed that he wasn't taken aback by the decision. “No, I don’t think [I played with a chip on my shoulder],” he stated after the match. “There was a lot of noise, more in the media. Hockey Canada never reached out to me or anything like that. I kinda knew before that I wasn’t on their list.”

Despite his personal disappointment, Thompson expressed his continued support for Team Canada, congratulating the selected goaltenders: “I’m still cheering for them. I hope Monty goes out there and kills it. Monty, Hilly, and Binner – congrats to them. I’m still going to be cheering for Team Canada and hope they go and win it all.”

The competition for goaltending roles in Canada has been intense this season, with the national team opting for Samuel Montembeault, Jordan Binnington, and Adin Hill instead of Thompson. Interestingly, Thompson outperformed Montembeault in their recent showdown and has posted superior statistics compared to the selected goalies thus far this year.

Here’s how the top goaltenders stack up: - **Logan Thompson**: 11-1-2 record, 2.48 goals-against average, .913 save percentage, 8.1 goals saved above expected. - **Jordan Binnington**: 8-9-2 record, 2.87 goals-against average, .900 save percentage, 1.6 goals saved above expected. - **Adin Hill**: 12-4-2 record, 2.63 goals-against average, .905 save percentage, 7.8 goals saved above expected. - **Samuel Montembeault**: 8-11-2 record, 2.89 goals-against average, .905 save percentage, 1.8 goals saved above expected.

In his last ten starts, Thompson's numbers have only improved, posting a remarkable 7-1-2 record with a 2.19 goals-against average and a .926 save percentage. His stellar performance has helped propel the Capitals into a commanding position, tying with the Minnesota Wild for the most points in the NHL, currently standing at 40.

At just 27 years old and originally from Calgary, Thompson isn't new to international play; he represented Canada at the 2022 World Championship, securing a silver medal. With such impressive credentials, fans are left to wonder how these dynamics will play out in the ongoing season and beyond.