In the world of **ice hockey**, the chemistry between players can significantly influence a team’s performance. For the Canadian national team members **Travis Sanheim** and **Travis Konecny**, their relationship goes beyond mere teammates\u2014it’s akin to that of an ‘old married couple’. Their bond is so unique that even their wives have started to comment on it.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur wives joke that we are married to each other,\u201d Konecny reveals, showcasing the playful nature of their camaraderie. This isn’t merely a passing comment; it echoes the reality of their close-knit relationship, especially during their adventures in international tournaments like the World Championship.<\/p>\n
While on this year’s trip, the two Travis’s shared a room, adding another layer of familiarity. \u201cKonecny kept pushing our beds closer together,\u201d Sanheim laughs. \u201cOur wives found it hilarious.\u201d This kind of teasing is commonplace in their friendship, with Konecny taking delight in provoking Sanheim.<\/p>\n
\u201cHe didn\u2019t enjoy when I moved the beds closer. I did it just to annoy him,\u201d Konecny explains, proving that despite their affectionate jabs, they remain great friends.<\/p>\n
Travis Sanheim is often annoyed by his friend.<\/span>Pasi Liesimaa<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Their teammates often describe them as “like an old married couple.” They are known for their constant bickering, yet their friendship remains unshaken. \u201cWe argue about everything\u2014down to the smallest details,\u201d Sanheim says. \u201cIt can be over something silly, like soccer, or about plays on the rink.\u201d<\/p>\n When was the last time you guys genuinely disagreed?<\/strong><\/p>\n <p\u201cToday,\u201d Sanheim quips. \u201cIt had to do with the warm-up soccer game. Konecny tried to referee, and I told him he couldn’t do that.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Konecny feels fortunate to have the privilege of sparring with Sanheim daily. Both athletes represent the **Philadelphia Flyers** in the **NHL**, which gives them a unique opportunity to blend deep friendship with professional rivalry. \u201cNot many people get to play with their best friend as their job,\u201d he states, highlighting the rarity of such an opportunity.<\/p>\n Konecny scored 12 points in the group stage of the World Championship.<\/span>Pasi Liesimaa<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n An illustration of their deep friendship was seen last autumn when Konecny\u2019s house tragically caught fire in **Philadelphia**. During this difficult time, Sanheim and his wife stepped up. They prepared a rental home for the Konecny family, helping them transition smoothly back from their summer vacation.<\/p>\n \u201cTravis took care of getting us beds and furniture, and he even provided toys for the kids. It\u2019s something I could never repay him for. It was a wonderful gesture, and I am incredibly grateful,\u201d Konecny expressed, revealing the depth of their bond beyond the rink.<\/p>\n
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