Finnish · London, Canada · Born 28 January 1998Finnish ice hockey right winger who won the 2024 Art Ross Trophy and Stanley Cup with Colorado Avalanche, known for elite scoring and playmaking ability.
Mikko Rantanen is a Finnish winger and one of the NHL's premier power forwards, combining exceptional size with elite hands and goal-scoring ability. His partnership with Nathan MacKinnon and Gabriel Landeskog at the Colorado Avalanche formed one of the most productive lines in the NHL, and he was a Stanley Cup champion with Colorado in 2022. In one of the most dramatic sequences of the 2024-25 season, Rantanen was traded from Colorado to the Carolina Hurricanes in January 2025, then dealt again to the Dallas Stars just hours before the trade deadline, before signing an eight-year, $96 million contract to remain in Dallas.
He was a key contributor to the Colorado Avalanche's 2022 Stanley Cup championship, their first in over two decades.
How They Played
Rantanen is known for his exceptional vision, playmaking ability, and accurate shot from the right wing position. He combines excellent size and reach with soft hands and hockey intelligence, making him effective both as a scorer and distributor. His ability to find open teammates and create scoring opportunities makes him one of the most complete offensive players in the NHL.
Lasting Impact
Rantanen has established himself as one of the premier Finnish players of his generation and helped elevate the Colorado Avalanche back to championship contention.
Career Honours
- Stanley Cup 2022 (Colorado Avalanche)
- Art Ross Trophy 2024
- NHL All-Star 4x
- World Championship Gold (Finland) 2022
| Team | Period | GP | Goals | Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado Avalanche | 2015–2025 | 542 | 66 | #96 |
| Carolina Hurricanes | 2025–2025 | — | — | — |
 Finland | — | 74 | 20 | — |
Finnish Athletes