Dallas Stars Acquire Mikko Rantanen in Major NHL Trade Deadline Deal

The Hurricanes trade Rantanen to the Stars after failing to secure his extension, while Toronto and Florida make significant moves.

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.