With Binnington's performance for Team Canada earning plenty of plaudits, the Blues must decide if winning now or later is more important.

Jordan Binnington made 27 saves as the St. Louis Blues defeated the visiting Colorado Avalanche 3-1 Sunday. Brayden Schenn, Colton Parayko and Dylan Holloway scored for the Blues, who had just two victories in their previous nine games.

“That’s what sports are about in some ways,” Binnington said, a gold medal around his neck after 31 stops handed Canada victory over the United States in the 4 Nations final. “And as an athlete and a competitor, there’s always gonna be that doubt. You gotta use that as motivation and find a way and believe in yourself to get the job done.”

St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington stood tall to help Team Canada clinch the 4 Nations Face-Off championship over Team USA, overcoming widespread criticism from doubters throughout the NHL's new midseason tournament.

Canada beat the United States 3-2 in the 4 Nations Face-Off behind star performances from McDavid and goalie Binnington.

The players of Team USA and Canada offered another enthralling affair during Thursday's Four Nations Face-Off final and continued to surprise many with their actions even after the game was over

Binnington saved the game multiple times in overtime for Canada, and at the same time quieted the concern over the country's goaltending.