After weeks of uncertainly about his future NHL home, Rantanen was traded to Dallas by the Carolina Hurricanes on Friday, and then signed an eight-year, $96 million contract.

The Dallas Stars made the biggest trade of the NHL Trade Deadline day, linking up with the Carolina Hurricanes for an absolute blockbuster. With superstar forward Mikko Rantanen unwilling to sign an extension in Carolina,

The Dallas Stars shocked hockey fans with their blockbuster trade for Carolina forward Mikko Rantanen on Friday. The deal has made it clear that the team is serious about its title aspirations in the coming months. Here’s what you need to know about Rantanen and the trade.