This is the third edition of my top breakout candidates for each team in 2025–26, with the Atlantic Division covered here and the Central Division covered here.

With Martin Necas and Mikko Rantanen gone, they were seen as potential players in the UFA market. The Stankoven contract does not prevent that, as CapWages has Carolina’s cap space at $29.4 million.

With Mikko Rantanen gone, the pressure is on Martin Nečas to prove he’s worth the bet—and the $10 million payday looming in Colorado The trade wasn’t just bold—it was personal for ...

The Colorado Avalanche are under immense pressure. The organization went all-in once again at the 2025 NHL Trade Deadline after parting with superstar forward Mikko Rantanen earlier in the season.

Stankoven came to the Hurricanes in the Mikko Rantanen deal with the Dallas Stars at the trade deadline in March. He had five goals in 15 playoff games, helping Carolina reach the Eastern ...

After fumbling the initial Mikko Rantanen trade, the Carolina Hurricanes had to pivot for a better opportunity. In trading away Rantanen to the Dallas Stars, the Hurricanes got back star prospect ...

Logan Stankoven agreed to terms on an eight-year deal with a $6 million average annual value with the Carolina Hurricanes on Tuesday. Mark Lazerus: Stankoven is not Mikko Rantanen. Likely never ...