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Hurricanes, Mikko Rantanen try to stay focused amid NHL trade deadline speculation
The NHL trade deadline is Friday afternoon, and scuttlebutt around the league has centered on Rantanen and whether the Canes will re-sign him, trade him, or keep him and try to agree on a new contract.
NHL Rumors: Mikko Rantanen Not Ready to Commit to Hurricanes Contract amid Trade Buzz
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4 Mikko Rantanen trade destinations (Stars!) ahead of the NHL deadline
It was just over a month ago that Mikko Rantanen was dealt to the Carolina Hurricanes in a stunner of a trade that sent Martin Necas and Jack Drury to the Colorado Avalanche. But the free-agent-to-be has quite the decision to make: will the Finnish star sign with the Hurricanes long-term?
Hurricanes Receive Clarity on Mikko Rantanen Contract Negotiations
The Carolina Hurricanes received clarity on Mikko Rantanen's contract negotiations ahead of the NHL Trade Deadline.
Hurricanes rumors: Mikko Rantanen's camp gives 'clarity' on contract talks at trade deadline
Mikko Rantanen reportedly will not sign a contract extension with the Carolina Hurricanes before the NHL Trade Deadline
Carolina Hurricanes reportedly increase Mikko Rantanen trade efforts
TSN: Chris Johnston notes that the Carolina Hurricanes have increased their efforts to see what the Mikko Rantanen trade market looks like. They’ve been listening for a week or two and have had some talks with Rantanen’s agent.
Pressing questions before 2025 NHL trade deadline: Could Mikko Rantanen move again?
He has already moved Marcus Pettersson, Michael Bunting and recently acquired Vincent Desharnais. If he wants to continue retooling, Rickard Rakell would fetch a good price because the 29-goal scorer has three years left on his contract. Defenseman Matt Grzelcyk and forward Anthony Beauvillier are pending UFAs.
Maples Leafs' Level of Interest in Hurricanes' Mikko Rantanen Revealed
The Toronto Maple Leafs are still firmly positioned in the Mikko Rantanen sweepstakes as the Carolina Hurricanes weigh the possibility of moving the star winger before Friday’s trade deadline, depending on his decision.
Stars among teams interested in Mikko Rantanen as trade deadline nears, report says
Rantanen has played in 61 games this season, posting 70 points (27 goals, 43 assists) with the Avalanche and Hurricane.
3 teams that need to land Mikko Rantanen with Hurricanes changing course
Which NHL teams would benefit the most from acquiring Mikko Rantanen? Here are three that need to call the Carolina Hurricanes to get a deal done before the trade deadline.
Contract extension: Mikko Rantanen open… but not in Carolina?
Mikko Rantanen does not seem to want to stay in Carolina long-term, a place where he does not seem comfortable. Is he not comfortable because the Hurricanes are doing things he does not like, or is he not comfortable because it is simply not Colorado?
Could the Rangers be in on Mikko Rantanen?
The Hurricanes are gauging the market for the star winger, and while an in-division trade is unlikely, the Rangers make sense ...
NHL Rumor Roundup: Latest On Mikko Rantanen, Brock Boeser And The Bruins
Uncertainty over Mikko Rantanen's future with the Carolina Hurricanes has kept the 28-year-old right winger's name in the NHL ...
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Mikko Rantanen Situation Just Took an Interesting Turn for the Maple Leafs
The Mikko Rantanen situation in Carolina has just taken a very intriguing turn for the Toronto Maple Leafs amid heavy trade speculation. With the trade ...
Analyst Links Rangers to Star $55.5 Million Superstar in Blockbuster Trade
The New York Rangers are battling for a playoff spot but one analyst links them to star pending free agent Mikko Rantanen.