Stars forward Mikko Rantanen receives cheers, some boos, in 1st game against Avs since he was traded

Makar scores in OT as Avalanche beat Stars 4-3

DENVER (AP) — Cale Makar scored 34 seconds into overtime and Colorado recovered after squandering a late two-goal lead to win 4-3 over the Dallas Stars on Sunday in the return of former Avalanche forward Mikko Rantanen.

Stars forward Mikko Rantanen receives cheers, some boos, in 1st game against Avs since he was traded

Mikko Rantanen tapped his heart as the video screen showed highlights of his Colorado Avalanche career, culminating with him hoisting the Stanley Cup. The crowd greeted him Sunday with a mix of cheers of “Moose” — his nickname

The controversy surrounding Mikko Rantanen is still boiling over.

Let’s Talk About Mikko Rantanen’s Contract

Mikko Rantanen is a good player. A very good player! And now he’s a Dallas Star! At this point, the topline numbers have been well-publicized. Since the 2020-21 season he’s scored the fourth most points in the league, only behind Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and Nathan MacKinnon. Over the same time period, he’s scored the fifth most goals, behind just Auston Matthews, Draisaitl, David Pastrnak… Source

Mikko Rantanen, Stars ready to move on to face Ducks

Now that the homecoming for Mikko Rantanen is over, the Dallas Stars can get back to focusing on playoff positioning.

Video clips about his ten years at the club and tributes from his old supporters. Mikko Rantanen's return to Colorado after the high-profile move was emotional. – The fans supported me for ten years, so it means a lot, says Rantanen.