The often overlooked part of the Carolina Hurricanes' blockbuster trade this past January that saw them acquire Mikko Rantanen from the Colorado Avalanche for Martin Necas and Jack Drury was that the Canes also acquired forward Taylor Hall from the Chicago Blackhawks.

TSN: Chris Johnston notes that the Carolina Hurricanes have increased their efforts to see what the Mikko Rantanen trade market looks like. They’ve been listening for a week or two and have had some talks with Rantanen’s agent.

The Carolina Hurricanes received clarity on Mikko Rantanen's contract negotiations ahead of the NHL Trade Deadline.

As it’s been over 24 hours since the 2025 NHL Trade Deadline closed, all the league’s eyes now turn to the sprint for the 2025 NHL Playoffs. There will be tight playoff races for placement and seedings for the first round.

NHL Trade Deadline was fast and furious, and although a ton of blockbusters happened well ahead of Friday’s 3 p.m. deadline, there were no shortage of moves on the final day general managers across the league could make moves.

The NHL Trade Deadline has passed, and the arms race is complete. After assessing all the upgrades made league-wide…Who is your updated Stanley Cup pick, post deadline?