Mikko Rantanen trying to fit in with the Carolina Hurricanes

Carolina Hurricanes' Mikko Rantanen (96) battles with Chicago Blackhawks' Frank Nazar (91) following a face off during the first period of an NHL hockey game in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025.

Carolina Hurricanes' Mikko Rantanen (96) battles with Chicago Blackhawks' Frank Nazar (91) following a face off during the first period of an NHL hockey game in Raleigh, N.C., Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025. (AP Photo/Karl DeBlaker)


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RALEIGH, NC — There was one thing Mikko Rantanen needed after he was traded to the Carolina Hurricanes: his number. Jack Roslovic had the No. 96 for Carolina before Rantanen was acquired in a blockbuster three-team trade last week that also involved the Chicago Blackhawks. Rantanen made a deal with Roslovic for the number. It was Roslovic who set up Rantanen's first goal with the Hurricanes during a 3-2 win over the Blackhawks. Rantanen says he told Roslovic he would buy him a nice watch in appreciation for his number.

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