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

Binnington stopped 28 of 29 shots on Sunday night against Colorado, and the only goal he gave up was Devon Toews’ tip from the high slot.

“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.”