Mikko Rantanen RW DAL Sat 4/27/24 1:36 AM
Mikko Rantanen
RW DAL
Rantanen notched two power-play assists, three shots on goal and two PIM in Friday's 6-2 win over the Jets in Game 3.
EDGE Analysis
Rantanen has been all playmaker in the postseason with five helpers over three contests. He's added six shots on net, nine hits and a plus-1 rating while playing in his familiar roles on the top line and first power-play unit. Rantanen has two goals and five assists during his five-game point streak, which he'll look to keep rolling in Sunday's Game 4.
Mikko Rantanen RW DAL Wed 4/24/24 1:28 AM
Mikko Rantanen
RW DAL
Rantanen posted an assist, two shots on goal, five hits and a plus-2 rating in Tuesday's 5-2 win over the Jets in Game 2.
EDGE Analysis
Rantanen has three helpers and nine hits over the first two contests of the playoffs. The 27-year-old winger continues to thrive in a top-six role, and he should get his looks throughout the postseason. Rantanen had 10 points in Colorado's seven-game playoff run last spring, so he's no stranger to contributing at this time of year.
Mikko Rantanen RW DAL Sun 4/21/24 11:40 PM
Mikko Rantanen
RW DAL
Rantanen notched two assists and four hits in Sunday's 6-1 loss to the Jets in Game 1.
EDGE Analysis
Rantanen assisted on goals by Nathan MacKinnon and Casey Mittelstadt. The 27-year-old Rantanen was limited to four points over six appearances in April to close out the regular season, and he missed two games with a concussion. The winger had 104 points -- one shy of his career high -- in 80 outings overall and should continue to be a productive part of the Avalanche's offense in the playoffs.
Mikko Rantanen RW DAL Mon 4/15/24 1:34 AM
Mikko Rantanen
RW DAL
Rantanen scored on one of his six shots in Sunday's 4-3 overtime loss to Vegas.
EDGE Analysis
Now at 41 goals and 103 points through 79 games, Rantanen is one of the most electric forwards in the league. He averages more than a point per game, but his pace has slowed in recent weeks. In his last nine games, he has two goals and seven points. For most forwards, that's not a bad run. For Rantanen, that's below average.
Mikko Rantanen RW DAL Sat 4/13/24 3:40 PM
Mikko Rantanen
RW DAL
Rantanen (concussion) will draw back into the lineup Saturday versus Winnipeg.
EDGE Analysis
Rantanen, who has missed the past two games, has 40 goals and 102 points in 77 outings this season. He is projected to skate on the second line alongside Valeri Nichushkin and Casey Mittelstadt, which is a departure from his standard role on the top unit with Nathan MacKinnon. The Avalanche's new assignment for 27-year-old Rantanen likely reflects a desire to balance out their offense before the postseason.
Mikko Rantanen RW DAL Fri 4/12/24 2:29 PM
Mikko Rantanen
RW DAL
Rantanen (concussion) is likely to return for Saturday's tilt against Winnipeg, Ryan Boulding of NHL.com reports Friday.
EDGE Analysis
Rantanen has missed the Avalanche's last two games because of the concussion. He has 40 goals and 102 points in 77 appearances this season. Although Rantanen typically serves on the top line, he's projected to instead play on the second unit alongside Valeri Nichushkin and Casey Mittelstadt. Colorado might be experimenting with splitting up Nathan MacKinnon and Rantanen in an attempt to spread out their offense ahead of the playoffs. Even if Colorado goes through with that plan, MacKinnon and Rantanen should still share the ice on the power play.
Mikko Rantanen RW DAL Fri 4/12/24 1:08 PM
Mikko Rantanen
RW DAL
Rantanen (concussion) has been cleared for contact in the lead up to Saturday's matchup with Winnipeg, Evan Rawal of Colorado Hockey Now reports.
EDGE Analysis
Rantanen needs just three more points to match his career-high point total from last season (105). The Finn skated in a second-line role at Friday's practice and could be set to fill that spot in the lineup once given the all-clear to play.
Mikko Rantanen RW DAL Mon 4/8/24 4:14 PM
Mikko Rantanen
RW DAL
Rantanen (concussion) will not be in the lineup against Minnesota on Tuesday, Evan Rawal of Colorado Hockey Now reports.
EDGE Analysis
Rantanen is expected to begin skating with the team, which could open the door for him to return to action versus the Jets on Saturday, though he hasn't been officially cleared. In his last 12 outings, the Finnish winger has racked up nine goals and nine assists, including five power-play points.
Mikko Rantanen RW DAL Sun 4/7/24 1:26 PM
Mikko Rantanen
RW DAL
Rantanen (concussion) won't play Sunday against the Wild, Ryan Boulding of NHL.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Rantanen departed Friday's game with an upper-body injury after taking a hit from Mattias Ekholm, and he'll remain sidelined Sunday versus Minnesota. Per coach Jared Bednar, Rantanen skated Sunday morning and is day-to-day while in concussion protocol. Chris Wagner figures to slot into the lineup while Rantanen is sidelined, with Zach Parise liking slotting into a top-six role.
Mikko Rantanen RW DAL Fri 4/5/24 11:18 PM
Mikko Rantanen
RW DAL
Rantanen (upper body) will not return to Friday's game against Edmonton.
EDGE Analysis
Rantanen took a big hit from Mattias Ekholm during the second period and did not come back in the game. Prior to getting injured, Rantanen tallied an assist and two shots on goal. The team should have an update on his status before Sunday's tilt with the Stars. The 27-year-old has racked up 102 points through 77 games.