Mikko Rantanen, Avalanche

NHL execs on Mikko Rantanen trade, next deadline deals to come
Will he re-sign in Carolina after this season -- and if not, where else? And what will other contenders do to keep pace ahead of the March 7 deadline?
3 major Avalanche trade targets after Mikko Rantanen deal
Here are three blockbuster Avalanche trade targets in the wake of the stunning Mikko Rantanen trade with the Hurricanes.
Avalanche Analysis: Trading Mikko Rantanen creates yet another huge “what if” since 2022 Stanley Cup run
Chris MacFarland pointed to Rantanen’s pending free agency and the club’s desire to get deeper after three years of being short in that department as reasons for the trade. The NHL’s salary cap ceiling, which is set at $88 million this year but is expected to rise — possibly significantly — in the next couple of seasons is also a factor.
Oilers star big reason Mikko Rantanen traded by Avalanche
Elliotte Friedman reports that money was one significant factor (perhaps the biggest) in the Colorado Avalanche’s decision to trade Mikko Rantanen.
Mikko Rantanen trade grades for Hurricanes, Avalanche, Blackhawks
Here are our Mikko Rantanen trade grades for the Blackhawks, Avalanche, and Hurricanes after Friday's stunning deal.
NHL coach shares thoughts on Avalanche's blockbuster trade of Mikko Rantanen | Evan's take
An NHL coach chimed in on how the Avalanche did in last weeks' big trade involving Mikko Rantanen and Martin Necas.
Oilers Linked to Hurricanes' Mikko Rantanen: 'Informed Speculation'
Strickland made a prediction on the "Cam & Strick" podcast on Tuesday, labeling it as "informed speculation," and saying that ...
Could Edmonton Oilers make a home-run swing for Rantanen in free agency?
The Oilers need to sign both Connor McDavid and Evan Bouchard to long-term deals this summer, but could they also fit in ...
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Why Oilers Fans Shouldn’t Expect Mikko Rantanen in Edmonton This Offseason
Rumors link Rantanen to the Oilers, but is it realistic? Cap space, his new team, and market value say otherwise. Here's why ...
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Oilers could sign Mikko Rantanen without losing significant roster players
A new inside report has connected the Edmonton Oilers to signing Mikko Rantanen in free agency this season, and they may ...
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NHL analyst floats blockbuster Mikko Rantanen to Oilers proposal, urges Edmonton to ‘dump’ $20,500,000 star winger
Mikko Rantanen has only been a Carolina Hurricane for a few days. Yet, that hasn't stopped analysts in the hockey world from speculating about his future.
Avalanche Go A Different Direction Than The Leafs, Lightning And Oilers With Rantanen Trade
The Colorado Avalanche trading star Mikko Rantanen signifies a change in their team-building approach from front-loading ...
Gary Bettman on Connor McDavid’s suspension, 4 Nations attendance, salary cap forecasting, more: Q&A
On McDavid, Bettman said Thursday, "I understand the frustration, and it's something we're going to continue to monitor." ...
NHL Power Rankings: 4 legitimate Stanley Cup contenders after Carolina Hurricanes land Mikko Rantanen
After a shocking trade, the Hurricanes have elevated their chances of winning the Stanley Cup in the 2024-25 NHL season.