Overview

• The Dallas Stars acquired Mikko Rantanen from the Carolina Hurricanes, securing an eight-year, $96 million extension with the forward.
• The Hurricanes received forward Logan Stankoven, two first-round picks, and two third-round picks in return for Rantanen.
• Carolina traded Rantanen after just 13 games, citing his unwillingness to re-sign, despite offering him a substantial contract extension.
• The Toronto Maple Leafs reportedly made a stronger trade offer for Rantanen, but the Hurricanes avoided dealing him to an Eastern Conference rival.
• The Florida Panthers bolstered their roster by acquiring Brad Marchand from the Boston Bruins, positioning themselves as Stanley Cup contenders alongside the Stars.