Mikko Rantanen's Success and Achievements in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: February 20, 2026

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Mikko Rantanen. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Mikko Rantanen is a Finnish professional ice hockey forward currently playing for the Dallas Stars in the NHL. Drafted 10th overall by the Colorado Avalanche in 2015, he began his NHL career that same year. He won the Stanley Cup with the Avalanche in 2022. Following a brief stint with the Carolina Hurricanes, Rantanen signed an eight-year contract with the Dallas Stars in 2025.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1944: Doug Bentley Hat Tricks

On 7 May, Rantanen became the third player in NHL history to score a hat trick in two consecutive playoff games, after Doug Bentley in 1944 and Jari Kurri in 1985.

1985: Jari Kurri Hat Tricks

On 7 May, Rantanen became the third player in NHL history to score a hat trick in two consecutive playoff games, after Doug Bentley in 1944 and Jari Kurri in 1985.

2016: World Junior Championships Gold Medal

In 2016, Rantanen captained the Finnish junior team at the World Junior Championships, helping Finland claim the gold medal and capping his junior career.

February 2017: First NHL Hat Trick

On 8 February 2017, Rantanen recorded his first NHL hat trick in a 4-0 win over the Montreal Canadiens.

2017: Breakout Season

During the 2017-18 season, Rantanen had a breakout year, scoring 29 goals and 55 assists for 84 points in 81 games.

December 2018: Impressive Pace

By December 2018, Rantanen had earned 50 points and was on pace to score the most points by any player since the 2004-05 lockout.

2018: Stanley Cup Playoffs Appearance

In 2018, the Avalanche qualified for the Stanley Cup playoffs as a wild card team. Rantanen had four assists, but the team was eliminated in six games by the Nashville Predators.