Juuse Saros

Juuse Saros

 Photo: Casey Gower

If the Predators were hoping a strong showing by Juuse Saros at the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament might boost the goalie’s play for the remainder of the NHL season, their wishes have so far gone unfulfilled.

Saros struggled in Finland’s 6-1 loss to the U.S. on Thursday in Montreal, surrendering six goals on 32 shots (.813 save percentage) — including four goals in a decisive third period.