March 7, 2025 | 12:50am ET [Updated: 1:20pm ET]
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STARS ACQUIRING RANTANEN FROM HURRICANES; INK 8-YEAR EXTENSION

Mikko Rantanen, forward

The Dallas Stars are in the process of acquiring star winger Mikko Rantanen from the Carolina Hurricanes in exchange for forward Logan Stankoven, two first-round draft picks and two third-round draft picks.

Rantanen, who is in the final year of his current contract, has been ranked No.1 on the TFP Trade Watch List.

According to TFP’s David Pagnotta, the Stars are finalizing an eight-year contract extension with Rantanen believed to be worth $96 million.

In 12 games with the Hurricanes since joining the club, Rantanen has registered two goals and four assists for six points. He has 27 goals and 43 points for 70 points in 61 games total this season.

Details to follow…