NHL Schedule: Avalanche's Rantanen Contract Discussion Unfolds
NHL Schedule Insights on Rantanen Contract
DENVER -- Mikko Rantanen can become an unrestricted free agent after this season, but the Colorado Avalanche aren’t worried yet about re-signing the star forward.
“No concern about it going into the season; these are not easy deals to do,” general manager Chris MacFarland said Tuesday. “The player obviously has the UFA right to go, and the club has to make smart decisions, both for the short term and the long term.”
Rantanen's Performance and Impact
Rantanen, a first-round pick by Colorado in the 2015 NHL Draft, finished second on the Avalanche last season with 104 points. His impressive performance included 42 goals and 62 assists in 80 games and significant contributions during the playoffs.
- Rantanen has 617 points in 570 regular-season games.
- His playoff performance includes 101 points in 81 games.
Colorado's opening game against the Vegas Golden Knights is crucial as they will heavily rely on Rantanen while key players recover from injuries.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding his contract, Rantanen remains focused on starting the season strong. MacFarland has also pointed out their commitment to maintaining open communication during this transition period.
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