<p>Sebastian Aho could lose an important teammate to the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carolina-hurricanes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>Carolina Hurricanes</strong></a> in the NHL regular season, as rumors of a trade for a star forward have grown. The <strong>Vegas Golden Knights</strong> and <strong>Dallas Stars</strong> are among the teams reportedly interested.</p>



<p>Sitting in second place in the Metropolitan Division, the Hurricanes are looking to make a deep run in the 2024-25 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NHL</a> season and are already eyeing the playoffs. <strong>However, a surprising move could change the roster in the face of tough negotiations.</strong></p>



<p>The player who could be traded away from the Canes <strong>is none other than forward Mikko Rantanen</strong>. The 28-year-old player came to Carolina in January 2025 as part of a three-team trade involving the Colorado Avalanche and Chicago Blackhawks. The Finnish forward hasn’t fit in well with the team, and now a trade might be a good option.</p>



<h2>Golden Knights and Stars reportedly interested in Rantanen</h2>



<p>NHL insider Nick Kypreos of Sportsnet anticipated the information. <em>“Teams are ready to pounce on Rantanen. <strong>In the West, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/vegas-golden-knights" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Vegas Golden Knights</a></strong></em> <em><strong>and Dallas Stars — who have yet to replace Tyler Seguin — are ones to watch on that front,</strong> if the Hurricanes decide they have to move the star winger,” </em>he said.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/01/31231901/Mikko-Rantanen-1-1-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="Mikko Rantanen" class="wp-image-325724" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Mikko Rantanen of the Carolina Hurricanes</figcaption></figure>



<h2>Several NHL teams interested in Rantanen</h2>



<p>The Golden Knights and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dallas-stars" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Stars</a> join the long list of teams keeping an eye on Rantanen’s situation with the Canes. <strong>The Toronto Maple Leafs are another team mentioned as a possible destination for the Finnish forward</strong>, along with the Florida Panthers, who are looking for a replacement for the injured Matthew Tkachuk.</p>


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<h2>Rantanen’s current situation</h2>



<p>Although he arrived in Carolina just a few days ago, there seems to be no guarantee that Rantanen will remain with the Hurricanes for the long term. <strong>If the Finnish forward and the Canes are unable to agree on a new contract before the NHL trade deadline</strong>, there could be a concrete opportunity to trade him.</p>



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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/matthew-tkachuk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Matthew Tkachuk</a></strong> suffered a lower-body injury at the 4 Nations Face-Off, playing his last game in the tournament final against Team Canada, who won thank to a Connor McDavid’s golden goal. A few days later, the <strong>Florida Panthers</strong> are in the process of finding a replacement for their star forward for the final stretch of the 2024-25 <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NHL</a></strong> regular season.</p>



<p>Tkachuk’s recent injury could motivate the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/florida-panthers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Florida Panthers</a> to make a significant trade before the trade deadline. It’s not easy to replace a player of the caliber of their star, who played a prominent role in winning the Stanley Cup last season.</p>



<p><em><strong>“I’m feeling better, just recovering right now,” </strong></em>Tkachuk said of his injury. There’s no estimate on how long he’ll be sidelined, but the Panthers don’t want to miss any opportunities and are already planning to give the 27-year-old forward the days he needs to fully recover.</p>



<h2>Which player could be traded to replace Tkachuk?</h2>



<p>The player the Panthers would be interested in trading following Tkachuk’s injury is none other than Mikko Rantanen of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carolina-hurricanes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Carolina Hurricanes</a>. <em><strong>“Florida could be a team in the running for Rantanen if Matthew Tkachuk’s long-term groin injury potentially ends his regular season,”</strong></em> said NHL insider Nick Kypreos in <em>Sportsnet</em>.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/01/27143558/Mikko-Rantanen-96-of-the-Carolina-Hurricanes-skates-against-the-New-York-Islanders-at-UBS-Arena-on-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="Mikko Rantanen #96 of the Carolina Hurricanes skates against the New York Islanders at UBS Arena on January 25, 2025 in Elmont, New York." class="wp-image-322647" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Mikko Rantanen #96 of the Carolina Hurricanes skates against the New York Islanders at UBS Arena on January 25, 2025 in Elmont, New York. </figcaption></figure>



<p>Mikko Rantanen joined the Carolina Hurricanes in January 2025 as part of a three-team trade involving the Colorado Avalanche and Chicago Blackhawks. It seemed like a great deal for the Canes, <strong>but the Finnish forward hasn’t fit in well with the team, and now a trade might be a good option.</strong></p>


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<h2>Another team is interested in Rantanen</h2>



<p>Tkachuk’s Panthers are not the only team interested in Rantanen. In the last few hours, it has been reported that <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/auston-matthews" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Auston Matthews</a>‘ Toronto Maple Leafs could also make a run at the Hurricanes forward</strong> to replace a potential Mitch Marner exit.</p>



<p>It is uncertain whether the Hurricanes will be able to extend Rantanen’s contract before he becomes an unrestricted free agent on July 1.<strong> In Florida, the case is being closely watched</strong> as the Panthers prepare to face the Edmonton Oilers in a rematch of the 2024 Stanley Cup Final.</p>


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<p>What a difference a few weeks can make in the <strong>NHL</strong>. After news broke of the blockbuster trade between the <strong>Carolina Hurricanes and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/colorado-avalanche">Colorado Avalanche</a></strong>, most fans believed the Canes had fleeced the Avs by acquiring star <strong>Mikko Rantanen</strong>. However, the Finnish star has struggled to find his rhythm since arriving in Raleigh, and <strong>Martin Necas</strong> may have added insult to injury with a bold statement about playing alongside <strong>Nathan MacKinnon</strong> and the star-studded roster in Denver.</p>



<p>Since being traded to the Hurricanes, <strong>Rantanen has appeared in eight games in Raleigh, registering only three points</strong> (one goal and two assists). Given his hefty salary and expiring contract at the end of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl">NHL</a> season, Carolina may already be considering moving on from Rantanen, despite acquiring him just a few weeks ago.</p>



<p>Whatever decision the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carolina-hurricanes">Hurricanes</a> make on their new star, <strong>they will ensure it’s the best for their postseason hopes</strong>. However, spirits in Carolina aren’t too high, as the Canes have dropped their last two outings. Colorado is also on a two-game losing skid, <strong>but the sentiment around Martin Necas (acquired in the Rantanen trade) has been entirely different</strong>.</p>



<p>Necas has enjoyed his stay in Mile High so far, tallying nine points (4G, 5A) in ten games with the Avalanche. Recently, Necas made a notable admission about playing alongside <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/nathan-mackinnon">MacKinnon</a> and the other stars in Colorado—<strong>a message that subtly takes digs at Carolina.</strong></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="572" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/27142917/Nathan-MacKinnon-2-1024x572-1024x572.webp" alt="Nathan MacKinnon" class="wp-image-282953" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Nathan MacKinnon #29 of the Colorado Avalanche plays the Vegas Golden Knights in overtime at Ball Arena on November 27, 2024 in Denver, Colorado. </figcaption></figure>



<p><em>“<strong>It’s definitely working for my game</strong>,” </em>Necas honestly admitted<em> </em>about the trade, via<em> NHL.com. “They’re a puck-possession team, one of the best in the League for sure, along with Edmonton, I would say. It’s just fun to play with these guys, they’re great and <strong>it’s been a real pleasure to play with these guys</strong>.”</em></p>


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<h2>Necas opens up on finding out about the trade</h2>



<p>With little notice, Necas became a top teammate for MacKinnon, who registers 12 points (2G, 10A) since the former Hurricanes forward walked into the facility in Denver. </p>



<p><em>“<strong>Nobody expected it,</strong> especially at that time of year; there weren’t a lot of trades really happening then,” </em>Necas said<em>. “When I saw it on social media that Carolina was acquiring Mikko Rantanen, <strong>I thought, ‘Oh boy, I’m probably coming here</strong>.&apos;”</em></p>



<h3>High praise</h3>



<p>MacKinnon, fresh off winning a gold medal with Team Canada at the 4 Nations Face-Off, expressed his gratitude for Necas, with whom he has already formed a strong partnership on the ice.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/02/26190452/Martin-Necas-88-of-the-Colorado-Avalanche-skates-against-the-New-York-Rangers-during-the-first-peri-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-344933" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Martin Necas #88 of the Colorado Avalanche skates against the New York Rangers during the first period at Madison Square Garden on January 26, 2025 in New York City.</figcaption></figure>



<p>While MacKinnon made it clear he didn’t want Rantanen to leave, <strong>having played alongside the Finnish star since being drafted by Colorado</strong>, he’s appreciative of Necas’ immediate impact</p>



<p><em><strong>“I think we have a similar style of game,”</strong> </em>MacKinnon said about Necas, via<em> NHL.com. “We both like to carry it off the rush, we’re both righties. I think we think both similar, so we can imagine where each other would be on the ice, so it’s a lot of fun. <strong>He’s a dynamic player, he’s amazing, and it’s been good so far</strong>.”</em></p>


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<p>With the future of forward Mitch Marner uncertain for the 2024-25 <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NHL</a></strong> season, the <strong>Toronto Maple Leafs</strong> are looking for options to partner with star forward <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/auston-matthews" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Auston Matthews</a></strong> on the offensive line. The target is a key player for the <strong>Carolina Hurricanes</strong>.</p>



<p>Marner is in the final year of his six-year, <strong>$65.41 million contract with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/toronto-maple-leafs" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Maple Leafs</a>, with a $10.9 million salary impact for the 2024-25 season.</strong> As the NHL trade deadline approaches on March 7, his future with the Toronto team is uncertain.</p>



<p>Matthews’ Maple Leafs teammate may be leaning toward waiting until June 30 to evaluate their options, which could lead to unrestricted free agency if an extension is not reached. <strong>With that in mind, Toronto is looking at new options on the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carolina-hurricanes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hurricanes</a>.</strong></p>



<h2>Which Canes star could play for the Maple Leafs?</h2>



<p>NHL insider Nick Kypreos of Sportsnet revealed that Mikko Rantanen is an option for the Maple Leafs. <em>“Don’t rule out the Toronto Maple Leafs either, <strong>as they could acquire Rantanen as a bit of security in case Mitch Marner decides to head to free agency July 1.</strong> They could seamlessly replace Marner with Rantanen on a line with Auston Matthews and could probably get an extension done,”</em> he said.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/02/26154554/Mikko-Rantanen-2-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="Mikko Rantanen" class="wp-image-344828" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Mikko Rantanen of the Carolina Hurricanes</figcaption></figure>



<p>Though he only arrived in Carolina a few days ago, <strong>the Hurricanes could consider a trade or swap as Rantanen’s contract extension negotiations seem to be going nowhere.</strong> Toronto is keeping an eye on the forward’s situation, especially if Marner decides to leave.</p>


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<h2>When did Rantanen join the Hurricanes?</h2>



<p>Mikko Rantanen joined the Carolina Hurricanes <strong>on January 24, 2025 as part of a three-team trade involving the Colorado Avalanche and Chicago Blackhawks</strong>. In that transaction, the Hurricanes acquired the 28-year-old player and Taylor Hall. In return, the Avalanche received Martin Nečas, Jack Drury, a second-round pick in the 2025 draft, and a fourth-round pick in the 2026 draft.</p>


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<p>Mikko Rantanen has scored his first goal for the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carolina-hurricanes">Carolina Hurricanes</a></strong> in a 3-2 win over the <strong>Chicago Blackhawks</strong>, an important step in his career in the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl">NHL</a></strong> after being traded from the Colorado Avalanche in a big move days earlier.</p>



<p>The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/chicago-blackhawks">Blackhawks</a> were necessary participants in bringing about the Rantanen trade to the Canes, which relieves their salary cap. <strong>Chicago, to facilitate the trade, agreed to retain 50% of the salary of the 28-year-old forward</strong>, who ironically scored a goal to defeat them.</p>



<p>Rantanen made his Canes debut on Saturday, January 25th in a 3-2 loss to the New York Islanders. He followed that up with an assist in a 4-0 win over the New York Rangers on Tuesday. <strong>Finally, his third appearance with the Canes came with a goal, proving that his performance in Carolina is only getting better.</strong></p>



<h2>Rantanen’s sensation in his first games with the Hurricanes</h2>



<p><em>“It’s going to take <strong>a little bit more time to get fully comfortable with everything on the ice</strong>, so it comes with instinct and no thinking at all, which was better today. I think we could have had a couple more goals there. But a lot of good players around me, so I’m happy,”</em> declared Rantanen after win over Blackhawks.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/01/27143721/Mikko-Rantanen-96-of-the-Carolina-Hurricanes-skates-against-the-New-York-Islanders-at-UBS-Arena-on-1-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="Mikko Rantanen" class="wp-image-322648" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Mikko Rantanen of the Hurricanes</figcaption></figure>



<h2>Why didn’t Sebastian Aho play in the win over the Blackhawks?</h2>



<p>In the win over Chicago, Rantanen was joined by the Canes’ top star, Sebastian Aho. The Carolina forward’s absence was due to illness. The same reason for Taylor Hall’s unavailability. <em><strong>“Considering what we were missing, and then we had a couple other guys that were not feeling 100 percent, that’s for sure,” </strong></em>Carolina coach Rod Brind’Amour said.</p>


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<h2>What is the next game for the Rantanen Canes?</h2>



<p>Rantanen will be back on the ice as part of the Canes’ offense <strong>when they take on the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday night at PNC Arena</strong>, as Carolina looks to win their third straight game to stay in second place in the Metropolitan Division.</p>


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<p>The <strong>Carolina Hurricanes</strong> walked into <strong>one of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl">NHL</a>‘s most iconic venues, Madison Square Garden</strong>, and handed the home-team <strong>New York Rangers a crushing 4-0 defeat</strong>. After the win, netminder <strong>Frederik Andersen</strong> delivered a fiery statement, rubbing salt in the wounds of <strong>Peter Laviolette</strong> and the struggling Rangers.</p>



<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-rangers">New York</a> was shutout for the third time this season. Once again, <strong>the Broadway Blueshirts were defeated in the most humilliating fashion</strong> as the Hurricanes ragdolled them on their home-ice.</p>



<p>Head coach <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/peter-laviolette">Peter Laviolette</a> couldn’t hide his frustration after the game, <strong>following the heartwrenching defeat at the hands of divisional rivals</strong>. New York was eager to turn the page after their loss against the Colorado Avalanche, when they squandered the game-winning goal in the dying seconds of the game. However, <strong>the Rangers only managed to add insult to injury in front of a sold-out home crowd.</strong></p>



<p>To make matters worse, <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carolina-hurricanes">Carolina</a> goaltender Frederik Andersen put the final nail in the coffin for New York</strong> with a blunt remark after the game. His statement, though simple, sent a stern message to the Rangers’ locker room and is sure to raise concerns for Laviolette.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/01/29162923/Frederik-Andersen-31-of-the-Carolina-Hurricanes-looks-on-during-the-second-period-against-the-New-Y-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-324399" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Frederik Andersen #31 of the Carolina Hurricanes looks on during the second period against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden on January 28, 2025 in New York City.</figcaption></figure>



<p>“<em><strong>We didn’t</strong> <strong>let them get a sniff on coming</strong> <strong>back in this game</strong></em>,” Andersen said after the game, per<em> NHL.com</em>. The goaltender finished the night with a perfect save percentage on 22 shots faced.</p>


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<p>In a do-or-die third period, the Rangers registered only three shots on goal, showcasing the anemic effort from the team in such a crucial stage against a divisional opponent. <strong>While Andersen’s statement feels cold-blooded, it’s not far from the truth.</strong></p>



<h2>Laviolette’s message to the team</h2>



<p><strong>Chaos has been brewing in the Big Apple all season long</strong>, though it quiets down when the Blueshirts string wins together. But with every defeat, the pressure within the organization continues to mount, ready to erupt.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/12/20170114/Peter-Laviolette-3-1-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="Peter Laviolette in 2024" class="wp-image-297210" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Head coach Peter Laviolette of the New York Rangers looks on against the New York Islanders during the first period during the 2024 Navy Federal Credit Union Stadium Series.</figcaption></figure>



<p>A major concern for the Rangers is the number of goals they allow both at the start and end of periods. This issue was<strong> highlighted by Colorado’s late winner on Sunday, and Carolina took advantage of it as well</strong>.</p>



<p><em>“You start a game and you go down 1-0. You know it’s a big game,” </em>Laviolette stated<em>. “<strong>You know it’s against one of the division leaders. That’s a tough one.”</strong></em></p>


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<h3>Lackluster starts and finishes</h3>



<p>All four Hurricanes goals were scored either within the first three minutes of a period or in the final seconds. Laviolette acknowledged the issue, though it’s unclear what can actually be done to fix it.</p>



<p><em>“The part that [was] really discouraging, for me, is <strong>the start of the third period pushed the game and took the energy from us</strong> and we never responded well after that</em>,” Laviolette confessed postgame, via <em>The New York Post</em>.</p>


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<p><strong>Everybody in the NHL is still getting used to seeing Mikko Rantanen in a different sweater</strong> other than the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/colorado-avalanche">Colorado Avalanche</a>‘s</strong>. Just days after being traded to the <strong>Carolina Hurricanes</strong>, the Finn voiced a blunt admission about the contract extension talks with his former team, taking a shot at the front office in Denver.</p>



<p>The news came as a shock to every team in the league. The three-team move involving Colorado, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carolina-hurricanes">Carolina</a>, and Chicago changed the way every team is now looking going ahead into the end of the season. </p>



<p><strong>Rantanen was as surprised as everybody to find out his stay in Mile High was coming to an end</strong> after being selected by the franchise with the second overall selection in the 2015 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl">NHL</a> entry Draft.</p>



<p>As Rantanen spoke with the media for the first time since arriving in Raleigh, the former Avalanche icon dropped a harsh statement, taking a shot at his ex-club’s organization.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/01/25152712/Rantanen-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="Mikko Rantanen" class="wp-image-321184" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Mikko Rantanen, the new player of the Carolina Hurricanes.</figcaption></figure>



<p><em>“<strong>I was willing to take a significant discount from my market value</strong>. We had some chats a couple days before and then they traded me,” </em>Rantanen admitted, via<em> The Athletic </em>writer Peter Baugh<em>. “That’s why I didn’t expect it.”</em></p>


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<h2>They said, he said</h2>



<p>While Rantanen stated he was open to taking a paycut in order for the team to extend his contract, while complying with the salary cap, the team believed his asking price was not affordable.</p>



<p><strong>According to insider Elliotte Friedman, the Avalanche were willing to make Rantanen the highest paid winger</strong> in the NHL, surpassing Artemi Panarin, but were not willing to pay him more than Nathan MacKinnon. MacKinnon makes an annual average of $12.6million after signing his eight-year extension in 2022.</p>



<p><em>“It’s just tough. You don’t want to get in someone’s business,” </em>MacKinnon told reporters<em>. “I remember when (Landeskog) didn’t sign, it went to like the last hour, so I just assumed it would be kind of the same thing. <strong>I never thought in a million years he’d leave, so yeah, it just sucks.”</strong></em></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/01/27143721/Mikko-Rantanen-96-of-the-Carolina-Hurricanes-skates-against-the-New-York-Islanders-at-UBS-Arena-on-1-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-322648" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Mikko Rantanen #96 of the Carolina Hurricanes skates against the New York Islanders at UBS Arena on January 25, 2025 in Elmont, New York.</figcaption></figure>



<h2>Tough loss</h2>



<p>The Avalanche will embark on a new journey into unexplored territory as a key member of their core has left town. <strong>The players in the locker room were visibly affected by the trade</strong>, although it’s time to move on and continue stacking wins together as the Avs’ spot in the Stanley Cup Playoffs is not guaranteed.</p>


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<p><em>“<strong>It’s pretty crazy someone like that getting traded right now</strong>,” </em>Nathan MacKinnon said, via <em>The Denver Gazette. “<strong>He’s a big, big part of our team, our culture</strong>. He’s been here from the dog days in 2016-17 all the way up to now and helped grow these organization into a Stanley Cup winner. That’s just one part of it.</em>“</p>


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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carolina-hurricanes">Carolina Hurricanes</a></strong> are determined to fight to win the title in the 2024-25 <strong>NHL</strong> season, and in one of the biggest moves of the current offseason, they have signed a superstar from the <strong>Colorado Avalanche</strong> to join star <strong>Sebastian Aho</strong> in a blockbuster trade that also involved the <strong>Chicago Blackhawks</strong>.</p>



<p>Adding new options in the attack is crucial for the Canes, who are trading an important name in order to stay at the first places in the Metropolitan Division, in which they are second with 63 points and a 30-16-3 record. <strong>Aho, Carolina’s star player, will have a new offensive partner</strong> to compete to go far in the current <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl">NHL</a> season.</p>



<p>The superstar who was signed by the Hurricanes<strong> is none other than <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/colorado-avalanche">Avalanche</a> right wing Mikko Rantanen</strong>. In exchange, forward Martin Necas moves from Carolina to Colorado, while the Blackhawks, facilitating the trade, received a third-round draft pick from the Canes and <strong>agreed to retain 50% of Rantanen’s salary</strong>.</p>



<h2>Other players involved in massive big-three deal between Chicago, Carolina and Colorado</h2>



<p>In addition to stars Rantanen and Necas, other players will switch teams in this big three-way trade. <strong>Taylor Hall will leave the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/chicago-blackhawks">Blackhawks</a> to play for the Hurricanes, while Colorado will also add Jack Drury</strong>, a second-round pick in the 2025 draft and a fourth-round pick in the 2026 draft.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/01/25084919/Mikko-Rantanen-1-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="Mikko Rantanen" class="wp-image-320920" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Mikko Rantanen, Carolina Hurricanes’ new star</figcaption></figure>



<h2>Why were the Blackhawks involved in the trade for Rantanen to the Hurricanes?</h2>



<p>The Blackhawks participated in the three-team trade involving Rantanen <strong>in order to facilitate the deal and meet the salary restrictions of Carolina and Colorado</strong>, the other franchises participating in the negotiations. In that deal, Chicago retained half of Rantanen’s salary, <strong>allowing the Hurricanes to bring in the former Avalanche star without exceeding the salary cap.</strong></p>


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<h2>What is Rantanen’s contract?</h2>



<p>Rantanen’s contract <strong>is worth $9.25 million</strong>. The Canes’ newest addition is in the final season of his current contract and all indications are that he will receive a big raise for next campaign. His trade is being heralded as big news for the NHL, <strong>as he is one of the five stars in the league with the most points over the last three seasons (273).</strong></p>



<h2>Rantanen’s stats for the 2024-25 NHL season</h2>



<p>Rantanen, Aho’s new teammate on the Hurricanes, has had an outstanding season. <strong>His stats include 64 points on 25 goals and 39 assists in 45 games played.</strong> The 28-year-old forward brings a talent for finishing as he has a career shooting percentage of 16.3%. His numbers reflect that he is a big star who will undoubtedly add quality to Carolina’s attack.</p>


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<p><strong>The Chicago Blackhawks were able to keep it close with one of the best sides in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl">NHL</a></strong>, as they lost in overtime to the <strong>Carolina Hurricanes</strong>. After a close-call 4-3 loss, forward <strong>Taylor Hall</strong> issued a sincere comment on the team’s performance, sending a bold message to <strong>Connor Bedard</strong> and the rest of the team.</p>



<p>At one point, Chicago seemed eager for the NHL 2024-25 season to end, but with the top line of Bertuzzi, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/connor-bedard">Bedard</a>, and Nazar beginning to deliver results, <strong>fans in the Windy City are starting to regain hope</strong>, at least for the future, not neccesarily this year.</p>



<p>However, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/chicago-blackhawks">Chicago</a> couldn’t capitalize on their big win over Vegas and <strong>failed to build a winning streak in their matchup with Carolina</strong>. The Blackhawks squandered a 2-0, and 3-2 lead as the Canes stole the two points in an overtime victory.</p>



<p>Connor Bedard had a quiet night as the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carolina-hurricanes">Hurricanes</a>’ relentless pressure system disrupted the 19-year-old’s rhythm</strong> and threw him off his game. After the game, Hall made an honest admission about Bedard’s and the team’s showing.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="574" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/01/01164405/Connor-Bedard-98-of-the-Chicago-Blackhawks-arrives-inside-Wrigley-Field-prior-to-the-2024-NHL-Winte-1024x574-1024x574.webp" alt="Connor Bedard #98 of the Chicago Blackhawks arrives inside Wrigley Field prior to the 2024 NHL Winter Classic against the St. Louis Blues on December 31, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois." class="wp-image-304599" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Connor Bedard #98 of the Chicago Blackhawks arrives inside Wrigley Field prior to the 2024 NHL Winter Classic against the St. Louis Blues on December 31, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois.</figcaption></figure>



<p><em>“<strong>We got just a bit overwhelmed by [the Hurricanes’] shot quantity</strong> and just how much time they spent in our end. We couldn’t hold onto a lead,” </em>Hall admitted postgame, via<em> NHL.com. “So yeah, just overall, <strong>we had a goalie that played more than well enough </strong>to get a win, <strong>and we couldn’t do it</strong>.”</em></p>


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<h2>Harsh message to teammates</h2>



<p>Hall sent a straightforward comment to the locker room after the disappointing defeat at United Center, particularly aiming at the wingers on the roster.</p>



<p><em>“We didn’t support the puck well enough to break it out of our end, <strong>and [our] wingers didn’t do a good enough job on the walls</strong>,” </em>Taylor Hall said, per <em>Chicago Sun-Times. “So [<strong>they] kept a ton of pucks in and overwhelmed us</strong> at times throughout the game.”</em></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/01/19161858/Connor-Bedard-98-of-the-Chicago-Blackhawks-arrives-to-the-red-carpet-prior-to-the-game-against-the-1-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="Connor Bedard #98 of the Chicago Blackhawks arrives to the red carpet prior to the game against the Vegas Golden Knights at the United Center on October 21, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois." class="wp-image-317306" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Connor Bedard #98 of the Chicago Blackhawks arrives to the red carpet prior to the game against the Vegas Golden Knights at the United Center on October 21, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. </figcaption></figure>



<h2>Streak comes to an end</h2>



<p>Connor Bedard entered Monday night’s game against the Hurricanes riding a three-game point streak. However, his streak came to a close as he was <strong>left off the scoresheet for just the second time in the last 14 games.</strong></p>


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<p>The <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-jersey-devils">New Jersey Devils</a></strong> secured a solid 4-2 victory over the <strong>Carolina Hurricanes</strong> in the <strong>NHL</strong>, driven by standout performances from <strong>Jesper Bratt </strong>and <strong>Jack Hughes</strong>. Devils’ goaltender <strong>Jacob Markstrom</strong> also celebrated a significant career milestone, playing his<strong> 500th NHL game</strong>.</p>



<p>Bratt was the star of the night, recording <strong>two goals and an assis</strong>t to lead his team to victory. <strong>Hughes showcased his exceptional playmaking abilities with three assists</strong>, consistently generating scoring opportunities for his teammates. </p>



<p><em><strong>“I think they play really tight, and we’re learning to play tighter,”</strong></em> Hughes told <em>NHL.com.</em> <em><strong>“If we give up 20 shots, or whatever it is, we really believe in our goalies. </strong>It gives us a really good chance to win.”</em></p>



<p>Markstrom’s 500th <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl">NHL</a> game places him in elite company, joining Swedish legends <strong>Henrik Lundqvist</strong> and <strong>Tommy Salo</strong> as the only goaltenders from Sweden to achieve this milestone. Markstrom’s consistency in the net has been a crucial factor in the Devils’ success this season.</p>



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<p><em><strong>“‘Bratter’ is just playing elite right now,” </strong></em>Hughes said. <em><strong>“We’re connected. We’re moving the puck well and finding our groove, but it’s about staying consistent throughout the year.”</strong></em></p>



<h2>Devils vs. Hurricanes: A Showdown of Star Power</h2>



<p>The matchup featured a clash of exceptional talent.<strong> Jesper Bratt and Jack Hughes led the charge for the Devils</strong> with their skill and leadership, while <strong>Andrei Svechnikov</strong> and <strong>Jack Roslovic</strong> stood out for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carolina-hurricanes">Carolina Hurricanes</a>, trying to rally their team.</p>


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<p>Markstrom’s performance further solidified his role as a cornerstone for the Devils. His ability to <strong>handle high-pressure situations</strong> was especially noteworthy as he achieved a significant milestone in his career.</p>



<h2>A Promising Future for the Devils</h2>



<p>With rising stars like Jesper Bratt and Jack Hughes, the Devils are building a foundation for long-term success. Their continued improvement and cohesive play position them as strong contenders in the NHL’s competitive landscape.</p>



<p><em><strong>“I mean, [Hughes] was just terrific from start to finish,” </strong></em>said Devils coach <strong>Sheldon Keefe</strong>. <em>“This is a team that makes it really hard on you to get through the neutral zone, hard to get time and space, and Jack was finding ways to do that.”</em></p>



<p>Keefe also praised Noesen’s determination, saying, <em><strong>“For [Noesen] to score that goal against his former team was big, but more importantly, he just battled all night despite feeling [sick].”</strong></em></p>


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<p>The <strong>Carolina Hurricanes</strong> host the <strong>New York Islanders</strong> today, April 19 at PNC Arena in Game 2 of the first roundin the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/sports/When-do-the-2023-NHL-Stanley-Cup-playoffs-start-20230413-0014.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>2023 NHL playoffs</strong></a>. Here you will find out when and how to watch or live stream free this game in the US. It’s the best time of the year for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/hockey" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>hockey</strong></a> fans.</p>
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<p>The <strong>Islanders</strong> are the clear underdog in the series, but they were really close of stealing the first game on the road. The power plays given were the crucial factor for losingthat matchup. The Hurricanes didn’t let those chances slip away. At full strength, <strong>New York</strong> had every chance to take advantage.</p>
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<p>The <strong>Hurricanes</strong> were one of the best teams during the regular season in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nhl" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>NHL</strong></a> and they proved it with a 2-1 win at home in Game 1. <strong>Sebastian Aho</strong> and Brent Burns have been sensational during the last weeks for Carolina. Inthe regular season, Raleigh was a fortress with a 28-10-3 record.</p>
<h2>When will Carolina Hurricanes vs New York Islanders be played?</h2>
<p>The <strong>New York Islanders</strong> visit the <strong>Carolina Hurricanes </strong>in Game 2 of the first round in the <strong>2023 NHL playoffs</strong>. The game fromthe Eastern Conference is scheduled for today, April 19 at PNC Arena in Raleigh, North Carolina.</p>
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<h2>How to watch Carolina Hurricanes vs New York Islanders</h2>
<p>Game 2 between the <strong>New York Islanders</strong> and the <strong>Carolina Hurricanes</strong> in the2023 NHL playoffs will be available to watch on<a href="https://www.fubo.tv/welcome/leagues/191278?irmp=3119684&amp;irad=409363" rel="sponsored, nofollow noopener" target="_blank"><strong>Fubo (7-day free trial)</strong></a>in the US. Other options if you don’t want to miss it in the United States areESPN2, Bally Sports South, MSG Network andMSG Sportsnet.</p>


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