Mikko Rantanen opens up about Avalanche trade, moving on

Stunned Nathan MacKinnon after Avalanche’s Mikko Rantanen trade: “It just sucks”
A stunned Nathan MacKinnon tried to make sense of the Colorado Avalanche trading Mikko Rantanen to the Carolina Hurricanes on Friday night.
Avalanche Star Nathan MacKinnon Speaks Out on Blockbuster Mikko Rantanen Trade
Rantanen has been an essential member of the Avalanche's core since arriving in 2015-16, having won the Stanley Cup in 2021-22. Widely regarded as one of the NHL's premier offensive talents, he stands among the league's top five scorers over the last five seasons.
Avalanche's Nathan MacKinnon Breaks Silence on Blockbuster Trade
Colorado Avalanche captain Nathan MacKinnon spoke candidly about his feelings following the blockbuster trade that sent his longtime teammate Mikko Rantanen away from the only franchise he'd ever played for. "It's unfortunate," MacKinnon said, per DNVR Avalanche. “Losing a great friend, great teammate. I’m gonna miss him.
Avalanche's Nathan MacKinnon has strong reaction to 'shocking' Mikko Rantanen trade
After that game, Avalanche players finally had a chance to publicly react to the trade, and the team's best player, Nathan MacKinnon, had one of the stronger reactions.
Avalanche star Nathan MacKinnon breaks silence on Mikko Rantanen's trade, with dig at the front office
Colorado Avalanche star Nathan MacKinnon couldn't hide his frustration when addressing the huge three-team trade involving historic teammate Mikko Rantanen.
Mikko Rantanen Trade Could Affect the NHL Trade Deadline Market
After one of the biggest in-season blockbuster trades in recent history, could the Mikko Rantanen deal have a rippling effect?
Avs trade Mikko Rantanen: How national media graded the move
The Avalanche made one of the biggest trades in Colorado sports history last week when it sent away star forward Mikko Rantanen to the Hurricanes in a deal that included the Blackhawks. In return, the Avs received forwards Martin Necas and Jack Drury, plus a pair of draft picks (2025 second-rounder and 2026 fourth-rounder).
What we learned about the NHL in January: Impact of the Mikko Rantanen trade and more
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Avalanche's Nathan MacKinnon drops 'shocked' reaction to Mikko Rantanen trade
The trade of star winger Mikko Rantanen to the Carolina Hurricanes brings sadness and shock to Avalanche locker room
Hurricanes Mikko Rantanen 'Blindsided' by Trade, Would Have Taken 'Pay Cut' to Remain With Avalanche
After the shocking blockbuster deal that shipped Mikko Rantanen out of Colorado, he broke silence on his view.
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. Rantanen wanted $14 million on an extension, but the Avs would never give it to him.
Weekend NHL rankings: The Mikko Rantanen blockbuster shakes up the league
The word “blockbuster” gets thrown around a little too often in today’s NHL, often for trades unworthy of the term, in the ...
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Ryan Whitney claims Mikko Rantanen could have been ‘highest paid winger', draws comparison with $112,000,000 Oilers star
The trade sending Mikko Rantanen to the Carolina Hurricanes is still the talk of the hockey world. Nobody actually thought ...
The Cheat Sheet: Can MacKinnon Win The NHL's Art Ross Trophy Without Rantanen?
Is it time to bet on the Hurricanes as Stanley Cup champions? What can MacKinnon do without Rantanen? Who will start in net ...
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Colorado Avalanche's final contract offer to Mikko Rantanen revealed
Despite being a fan favorite and a key part of the Avalanche's recent success, the salary-cap reality forced their hand.