Watch CBS News

Avalanche Agree To Terms With Restricted Free Agent Forward Mikko Rantanen

(CBS4) - The Colorado Avalanche have agreed to terms with 22-year-old Mikko Rantanen on a $55.5 million, six-year contract. Rantanen will count $9.25 million against the salary cap. He's one of the final restricted free agents to sign a contract.

Calgary Flames v Colorado Avalanche - Game Three
DENVER, COLORADO - APRIL 15: Mikko Rantanen #96 of the Colorado Avalanche advances the puck against the Calgary Flames in the second period during Game Three of the Western Conference First Round during the 2019 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs at the Pepsi Center on April 15, 2019 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)

"Signing Mikko to a long-term deal has been a priority, and we are excited to have him under contract for the next six years. Mikko has established himself as one of the premier young wingers in the NHL and is a big part of our core group. We look forward to having him back with the team as we get ready to start the season," said Avalanche GM Joe Sakic.

The 22-year-old Finn set career highs with 31 goals, 56 assists and 87 points last season. Rantanen has 209 points in 239 NHL games.

He is now entering what will be his fourth full NHL season in 2019-20.

(© Copyright 2019 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. The Associated Press contributed to this report.)

View CBS News In
CBS News App Open
Chrome Safari Continue
Be the first to know
Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting.