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https://athlonsports.com/nhl/carolina-hurricanes/trade-mikko-rantanen-possible-before-deadline-report The Carolina Hurricanes could face another difficult trade deadline decision if they are unable to sign Mikko Rantanen to a contract extension before March 7 with his current deal expiring on July 1. According to Sportsnet insider Nick Kypreos, discussing the possibility on his updated "Trade Board 3.0," the Hurricanes cannot afford a repeat of last season's events. The Hurricanes traded for Jake Guentzel at the deadline only to lose him in free agency three months later. "Although Mikko Rantanen was dealt to the Carolina Hurricanes, I hear it's not a given that he won't be traded again if Carolina can’t get him signed to a long-term deal," Kypreos wrote. "It appears Carolina is no closer to signing him than Colorado was." Rantanen, 28, is in the final year of a six-year, $55.5 million contract and could be seeking a deal in the range of $14 million per year—comparable to Leon Draisaitl’s extension with the Edmonton Oilers. “Carolina can’t really afford to give up Martin Necas and two draft picks for another guy who walks to UFA, after trading for Jake Guentzel only to have him leave last year,” Kypreos wrote, referencing the package traded in exchange for Rantanen. “(Hurricanes owner) Tom Dundon doesn’t want to get burned that way again, so he’s basically got a month to sign him. "If that doesn’t happen by March 7, look for potential Mikko Rantanen fireworks to start up all over again.” The Hurricanes have the advantage of offering an eight-year deal to Rantanen as he's already part of the organization, whereas other teams could only go as high as seven in free agency. Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman speculated on Monday's episode of the "32 Thoughts" podcast that Carolina may offer Rantanen a contract worth over $100 million, with an annual cap hit close to $13 million. "This is my theory: they're going to offer him more than that on eight years," Friedman said. "Not more than $14 million (per year), but more than $98 million (overall). They're going to offer him maybe $100 million--somewhere around there--but they're going to beat $98 million. "My guess is they try to keep the AAV (average annual value) around $13 million, maybe a bit less." Carolina acquired Rantanen from the Colorado Avalanche in a three-team trade that also brought in Taylor Hall. Since joining Carolina, Rantanen has scored just two points in six games while posting 66 points in 55 total games this season.

I have Hulu+ Live (includes all ESPN), Netflix, Apple, Amazon Prime. I get Fanduel during the regular season only, because the playoffs are on networks. Still, all of that is less than what I paid for DirecTV

Lol... can't watch this anymore. If they stage some miraculous comeback, I'll watch the highlights tomorrow. But I'm not holding my breath.

Freddie keeping the Canes in this, but they can't draw even. Back-to-back shutouts incoming?

17 SOG.... nothing.

Wild scores with a 4th line, 4-goal forward.... Oh yeah, the Wild is 11-12-1 at home. How/why does Orlov go outside and not back to the middle? Chatty had the puck covered.

Best way to identify them is the almost exclusive use of single-syllable words and constant references to a championship 30 years ago.

Svechnikov.

The Wild are 4-6 in their last 10 games, and 3 of those 6 losses were shutouts, including their last 2 games (Ottawa 6-0 Saturday night and Bruins 3-0 Tuesday night). Shutouts seem to be a thing... last time the Canes and Wild played, Minnesota shut out Carolina 4-0 in Raleigh. Canes are 12-4-1 following a loss, so there's that. The PP is a dumpster fire and the Wild has the 30th ranked PK in the league. Maybe a chance of a special teams goal tonight?

I guess I don't know what "Rod's system" is. I know he wants pucks on net and I've always looked at that number to check the temperature of their offense. But, there are few players on this roster who are living up to that part of his "system." That said, who, right now, is actually trying to create time & space to get a shot off? Seth Jarvis. But, look at the top SOG on the team: Svech (147), Aho (140), Burns (124), Jarvis (123). The next 3 guys are all defensemen, with Roslovic stuck in amongst them. Hell, the defensemen are shooting more than the forwards! I turned off the game after the second period last night because the Canes were simply passing too much. And, because they already pass too much and don't usually pass with any pace, nobody on the opposing team is caught out of position. In my mind, if the Canes aren't averaging 10 SOG per period, they aren't shooting enough. Other than that, I guess I don't know what RBA's system is.

The Winnipeg Jets team we saw last night was clone of the Canes teams from a few years back.

Shoulda been. Like Jarvy said, "I still don't know what goalie interference is."

Another horrible penalty call. Jets will walk the Canes with officiating like this.

These refs will be doing the Super Bowl Sunday....lol Can't win hockey games with refs like these.

Taylor Hall.

He wanted 14 in Colorado, they were countering with 12 or 12.5 and, apparently, there was a stalemate. That's how he became available. He's making 9.25 on his current deal and has a couple 100+ point seasons since that contract was signed. I don't see him staying for less than 12.5.

I think Morrow was called up to replace Riley Stillman. Stillman was reassigned to Chicago. The Canes may go 11-7 tomorrow in Winnipeg if Svech is still hurt.

Both of them are under contract for a couple more years at around $3M AAV each, so a trade would have to facilitate Morrow's promotion. Of course, if Burnsie retires or the Canes don't offer a 1-year deal...

1. Burns it to the ground. It's the same set up with the same rotations. It's as predictable as the days of the week. 2. Look at the best PPs, the biggest difference I see is the pace of the passing. The Canes passing is slow and methodical, it catches no one out of position, which is the goal. 3. Take both units and mash them together. Rebuild both units and write a new PP book. Canes had nothing to show for a 6 on 4 last night. That's inexcusable.

Orlov is a UFA and his contract is high end for what he's added to the blue line. He is more than likely gone after the season. That said, it does nothing for this season. Burns is also a UFA. But I think he's on record saying he wants to come back next season. Chatty is already getting the same TOI (even strength) as Burns. Sean Walker and Gost have no business anywhere but 3rd line. Make no mistake, Gost was horrible last night and has had a bunch of bad games. He's here for the PP- that's all. Next year would like Slavin- Chatty, Nikishin- Burns, Gost- Walker.

Chatfield is probably the 2nd best defenseman on the roster. What are your plans for him?

You forget that my correct pick percentage is well above .750.

2 road games this week in Winnipeg and Minnesota. Carolina will be very lucky to get 1 win, or maybe 1 point.

A couple guys showed up tonite,not many more. RBA said before the game the entire roster was questionable and it looked like it. Darcy Kuemper is an excellent goalie and I thought this game would be a challenge. Lost board battles, puck battles and-nothing new here- the PP is getting worse. Freddie gers pulled with over 3 minutes left and the Canes draw a penalty. 6 on 4 and they couldn't even get clean entry. Just an all around bad game for everyone.

Look like they're all under the weather. At least 4 blown calls, a goal taken away, and the refs are fugging terrible. Canes look terrible too. Not a good night in Lenovo so far. Nothing to cheer about here.