Stunned Nathan MacKinnon after Avalanche’s Mikko Rantanen trade: “It just sucks”
A stunned Nathan MacKinnon tried to make sense of the Colorado Avalanche trading Mikko Rantanen to the Carolina Hurricanes on Friday night.
Avalanche's Nathan MacKinnon Breaks Silence on Blockbuster Trade
Colorado Avalanche captain Nathan MacKinnon spoke candidly about his feelings following the blockbuster trade that sent his longtime teammate Mikko Rantanen away from the only franchise he'd ever played for. "It's unfortunate," MacKinnon said, per DNVR Avalanche. “Losing a great friend, great teammate. I’m gonna miss him.
Avalanche Star Nathan MacKinnon Speaks Out on Blockbuster Mikko Rantanen Trade
Rantanen has been an essential member of the Avalanche's core since arriving in 2015-16, having won the Stanley Cup in 2021-22. Widely regarded as one of the NHL's premier offensive talents, he stands among the league's top five scorers over the last five seasons.
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NHL power rankings: Will Mikko Rantanen make already-surging Hurricanes a Cup contender?
It’s safe to say trade season has officially begun. After the Carolina Hurricanes, Colorado Avalanche, and Chicago Blackhawks made arguably the biggest
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NHL Predictions: Jan 27 Seattle Kraken vs Edmonton Oilers
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