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Oilers Spoil Mikko Rantanen Stars Debut
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Mikko Rantanen on deadline whirlwind, Hurricanes and why Stars are a ‘better fit’
Rantanen makes big 1st impression in Stars debut following blockbuster trade
Rantanen registered his first point with Dallas -- an assist -- on the power play at 5:48 of the first period to give the Stars a 1-0 lead. He sent a pass from the right face-off circle to Jason Robertson in front, who tipped it on net and Wyatt Johnston scored on the rebound.
Mikko Rantanen, a top NHL forward, has signed an eight-year, $96 million deal with the Dallas Stars. Despite the Edmonton Oilers' strong interest and a potentially higher offer, trade assets fell short.
Trade deadline acquisition Mikko Rantanen had a goal and an assist in his debut for Dallas, which had its four-game winning streak stopped. Wyatt Johnston, Jamie Benn and Matt Dumba also scored for the Stars. Jake Oettinger stopped 22 shots.
After the 5-4 defeat against the Edmonton Oilers, Dallas Stars forward Mikko Rantanen issued a strong statement to the locker room.
All eyes are on Carolina Hurricanes forward Mikko Rantanen as the trade deadline closes in, as the goal scorer returns to the trade market six weeks after a blo
With Frederic heading straight to IR in Edmonton, the Oilers decided to give Jones a look with the big club, and he responded with an excellent game that featured flashes of speed, physical play and skill. More than enough to earn a second opportunity tonight. Going forward, who knows?
EDMONTON -- Mikko Rantanen had a goal and an assist in his Dallas Stars debut, but the Edmonton Oilers hung on for a 5-4 win at Rogers Place on Saturday. The forward was traded to Dallas by the Carolina Hurricanes on Friday, and then signed an eight-year, $96 million contract.
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